Head of Operational Excellence

Morson Human Resources Limited; Capenhurst; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance £14,702 p.a.

25 days annual leave (increasing to 30

13 additional flex days

Bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension up to 16%

Private medical and dental cover

Flexible benefits package

Education and training support

Job summary

Urenco is seeking a Head of Operational Excellence at Capenhurst to lead the site’s transformation through Lean, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement. You will embed an high-performance culture, drive improvement programmes and standardised systems, and certify sustainable performance gains across safety, quality, delivery and cost.

The role requires senior leadership, cross-functional influence, and a proven record of delivering major cost savings within a complex industrial environment.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in Operational Excellence, continuous improvement, or business transformation.
• Proven track record of delivering substantial and sustainable cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and embed the site’s Operational Excellence strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement and operational discipline.
• Establish operational excellence as a core leadership expectation across the organisation.
• Champion employee engagement in improvement initiatives across site functions.
• Act as the site SME for Lean, Six Sigma, and Performance Excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Excellence

Continuous Improvement

Cost Savings Delivery

Cross-functional Project Leadership

Stakeholder Engagement

Manufacturing/Operations Experience

Job description

Help us to make a world of difference

Urenco is a global leader in the production of low carbon energy. We work at the cutting edge of the transition to a sustainable, net zero world.

We’re looking for a Head of Operational Excellence Capenhurst. Based at our Capenhurst site, you’ll be responsible for developing, embedding, and sustaining a high-performance operational excellence culture across the site. The role enables the transformation of operational performance through the implementation of continuous improvement methodologies, standardised management systems, and behavioural change programmes that enhance safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people performance.

At Urenco we’re committed to giving you opportunities to be your best. If you feel you meet some, but not all of what we’re looking for, please still apply. We believe in embracing the passion and potential of our people, and to achieve this we offer market leading training and development experiences. Along with the opportunity to be mentored and coached by some of the smartest minds in the industry.

What you’ll do:

• Support develop and implementation of the site’s Operational Excellence strategy aligned to business objectives.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, problem-solving, and operational discipline.
• Establish operational excellence as a core leadership expectation throughout the organisation.
• Champion employee engagement in continuous improvement initiatives across all site functions.
• Act as the site’s subject matter expert for Lean, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, and Performance Excellence methodologies.

What do you need to thrive in this role?

• Significant leadership experience in Operational Excellence, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing Excellence, or Business Transformation within a complex industrial environment.
• Proven track record of delivering substantial and sustainable cost savings through improvement programmes.
• Demonstrated success in leading cultural and organisational change.
• Experience managing portfolios of cross-functional improvement projects.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, or operations environments.
• Experience influencing and engaging senior stakeholders.

What can you expect from us?

More than just a job, we offer a future. More than just a place to work, we provide an opportunity to prosper. As an employee of Urenco you will receive:

• A generous shift allowance of £14,702 per annum.
• Annual leave starting at 25 days, which increases by one day for every two years of service, up to a maximum of 30 days. In addition, you will accrue 13 additional days off to be used flexibly. There’s also a newly added scheme for buying and selling holiday, up to 5 days.
• A diverse range of family friendly policies.
• A generous bonus scheme.
• A defined contribution pension scheme; with up to 16% employer’s contribution.
• Single private medical and dental cover.
• Flexible benefits package; including life assurance and income protection. In addition, you’ll have an opportunity to purchase additional benefits that suit your lifestyle and take advantage of tax and NI savings.
• Education and training; we take pride in helping people learn and develop by supporting, accelerating and directing your learning. As well as the completion of mandatory health and safety courses, training packages will be offered to meet your specific needs.

Security vetting

Due to the nature of the industry that Urenco operates in, all personnel regardless of employment status working for Urenco are required to obtain security clearance at the level required for their role. Security clearances are assessed in accordance with regulations and official guidance issued by the relevant competent authorities for national security vetting. In certain circumstances, additional enhanced security clearance considerations apply to roles within Urenco owing to the particular activities that the Urenco Group undertakes in relation to uranium enrichment. Successful candidates will need to satisfy security requirements, and all offers of appointment are made subject to the successful approval of all checks initiated.

Creating a diverse and inclusive workforce

As a truly global company with a presence in the UK, USA, Germany, and the Netherlands, we know that our individual differences make us stronger. Putting people at the heart of our business, we strive to create an open and inclusive workplace that allows every voice to be heard and diversity to thrive. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process, please let our talent acquisition team know.

Because together, we are one Urenco. We are enriching the world. And enriching your future.