Managing Director

RH Recruiting Limited; Bradford; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in precision engineering is seeking a Managing Director to drive growth and oversee operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience and a strong technical background in EDM processes. This role offers a competitive salary, company car, and potential equity.

Benefits

Company Car

5 Weeks Annual Leave

Potential Equity

Qualifications

• Significant senior leadership experience in precision engineering.
• In-depth technical knowledge of EDM processes.
• Demonstrable success in business development.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the business strategy in line with growth ambitions.
• Oversee daily operations ensuring efficiency and quality.
• Drive commercial development using technical knowledge.

Skills

Leadership

Business Development

Client-facing Skills

Financial Acumen

Tools

EDM

Spark Erosion

Wire Erosion

Job description

Salary/Rate: £75k - 80k per year + car, pension

Managing Director – Precision Engineering

Birmingham (with occasional UK travel) | £80,000 + Car + Benefits + Potential Equity

Are you an experienced leader with a strong background in precision engineering and a passion for driving business growth? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and respected manufacturer at a key stage in its development.

Specialising in Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM), including spark and wire erosion, the company supplies high-precision, complex components to sectors such as aerospace, oil & gas, and defence. With a solid foundation already in place, we are looking for a Managing Director who can help shape and deliver the next phase of the company’s growth.

The Role

Based primarily in Birmingham and overseeing one additional site, you will be responsible for the overall strategic direction and day-to-day operations of the business. Working closely with the senior leadership team, your focus will be on identifying new commercial opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and ensuring continued operational and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and lead the business strategy in line with growth ambitions

Oversee daily operations across the company, ensuring efficiency and quality

Drive commercial development using your technical knowledge and market insight

Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and partners

Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team

Ensure robust financial controls and sustainable profitability

What We’re Looking For

We’re keen to hear from commercially minded individuals with a strong technical background in EDM processes—particularly spark and wire erosion—and a proven track record in precision engineering. A background in Technical Sales or General Management would be especially beneficial.

Candidate Requirements:

Significant senior leadership experience in a precision engineering or manufacturing environment

In-depth technical knowledge of EDM, spark erosion, and wire erosion

Demonstrable success in business development and team leadership

Strong commercial and client-facing skills

Financial acumen and experience managing budgets and driving profitability

Knowledge of industry standards such as AS9100 and Nadcap is advantageous

What’s on Offer

£80,000 per annum

Company car

5 weeks’ annual leave

Potential equity for the right candidate

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a technically skilled and commercially astute leader to make a lasting impact within a respected, high-precision engineering business. If you're ready to take on a fresh challenge and drive meaningful growth, we’d love to hear from you.

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