Operations Leader, Flagship Substrate Facility

Monaghan Mushrooms; Leckford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading substrate production company in the UK seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee its advanced facility in Leckford. You will manage a complex production environment, lead a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvements to ensure operational excellence. Applicants should have significant experience in similar facilities, a performance-driven leadership style, and strong communication skills. This role offers exceptional visibility and career opportunities in a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Significant experience running a complex production, farming, agri-food, composting, or recycling facility.
• Hands-on leadership style that motivates teams.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and operational KPIs.
• Proven track record of delivering continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production operations across a 24-hour facility.
• Manage a high-performing team of approximately 20 colleagues.
• Drive productivity, quality, and reliability improvements.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Engage in long-term strategic planning for site operations.

Skills

Experience in complex production facilities

Performance-driven leadership style

Strong commercial acumen

Continuous improvement delivery

Excellent communication skills

Education

Agricultural background or related degree

Job description

A leading substrate production company in the UK seeks an experienced General Manager to oversee its advanced facility in Leckford. You will manage a complex production environment, lead a high-performing team, and drive continuous improvements to ensure operational excellence. Applicants should have significant experience in similar facilities, a performance-driven leadership style, and strong communication skills. This role offers exceptional visibility and career opportunities in a growing organization.