General Manager – Sheet Metal Engineering Growth

System Recruitment Limited

Calne

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The General Manager role is in a precision engineering and sheet metal fabrication environment, located in Wiltshire with commutable distance from Swindon, Newbury, Bath, Bristol and nearby towns. We are seeking a hands-on leader with a strong engineering or industrial background to drive growth, ensure operational excellence and financial performance, and build high-performing teams.

This permanent position requires strategic vision and strong communication skills, with a focus on safety,

Qualifications

  • 5 years in a senior operational leadership role in engineering/manufacturing.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business preferred.
  • Strong leadership and analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
  • Proven success driving operational efficiency and growth.
  • Experience with P&L, budgeting, financial reporting.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership across all departments.
  • Oversee daily operations, projects, and financial performance.
  • Foster a culture of safety, quality, innovation and continuous improvement.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers and stakeholders.
  • Lead, mentor and develop department managers and staff.
  • Develop and implement business plans, budgets and performance metrics.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations and company policies.

Skills

Leadership
Strategic planning
Financial acumen
Operational management
Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Business

Job description

The General Manager role is in a precision engineering and sheet metal fabrication environment, located in Wiltshire with commutable distance from Swindon, Newbury, Bath, Bristol and nearby towns. We are seeking a hands-on leader with a strong engineering or industrial background to drive growth, ensure operational excellence and financial performance, and build high-performing teams.

This permanent position requires strategic vision and strong communication skills, with a focus on safety,

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