Maritime Production Leader – Own a Facility

Syos Aerospace; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SYOS Aerospace is seeking an experienced Production Manager to own and run our UK Maritime facility. This hands-on leadership role requires end-to-end ownership of safety, quality, schedule and cost to deliver high‑quality autonomous maritime vessels.

You will lead production planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Project Management, driving continuous improvement and a culture of accountability across the site.

Qualifications

• Qualification in engineering, manufacturing, operations management or related discipline is desirable.
• IOSH Managing Safely, NEBOSH or equivalent would be advantageous.
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma experience.

Responsibilities

• Own and run the SYOS Maritime facility end to end with safety and quality.
• Manage facility layout, equipment, maintenance and site readiness.
• Oversee budget, cost, productivity and delivery performance.
• Create and communicate daily, weekly and monthly production schedules.
• Resource planning: labour, skills, equipment and materials; identify risks.
• Drive SQDCM improvements through lean manufacturing principles.

Skills

Production leadership

Production planning

Operational KPIs

People leadership

HSE compliance

ERP/MRP

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Engineering background

HNC/HND or degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

SYOS Aerospace is seeking an experienced Production Manager to own and run our UK Maritime facility. This hands-on leadership role requires end-to-end ownership of safety, quality, schedule and cost to deliver high‑quality autonomous maritime vessels.

You will lead production planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain and Project Management, driving continuous improvement and a culture of accountability across the site.