Plant Manager

Laveer Engineering; Salwick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nuclear energy firm is seeking a Plant Manager for their Salwick location. In this on-site role, you will oversee all operational aspects of the production plant, implementing safety compliance and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will hold an engineering or management degree and have a proven track record in operations management. Attractive remuneration and excellent benefits are offered, making this an exciting opportunity in the nuclear sector.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee Assistance Program

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree or equivalent experience.
• Enthusiastic leader with vision communication.
• Strategic thinker with proven delivery experience.
• Technical capability to understand plant processes.
• Experience coaching and developing others.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety compliance and continuous improvement.
• Define and execute operational strategies.
• Champion quality across operations.
• Set and monitor operational budgets.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the Business Unit.

Skills

Engineering or Management degree

Operations management experience

Strategic planning skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Coaching and developing others

Education

Degree in Engineering or Management

Job description

Overview

Requisition Number: 29843

Company: Springfields Fuels Ltd

Location: Salwick Preston, GB

Welcome to the future of nuclear energy, where Westinghouse Electric Company is leading the field with expertise and innovation to shape the power of tomorrow.

At Westinghouse, innovation is in our DNA. We are creative. We think differently. We reimagine the possible across the nuclear industry every day.

As a Plant Manager, you will manage all operational and tactical aspects of the production plant and support the Business Unit Head in strategic decision‑making. You will report to the Head of Uranium Recovery and we will base you on‑site at the Springfields Fuels site. This is a on‑site position.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of safety compliance and continuous improvement, including implementing, managing, and strengthening the safety case, and developing and deploying strategies to improve plant and personnel safety
• Define and execute medium‑term operational strategies, with appropriate input from the SIOP process
• Champion and improve quality across the operational area
• Define, measure, and deliver a range of Key Performance Indicators (SQCPD) aligned to the strategic improvement of the Uranium Recovery Business Unit
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to deliver high‑quality, efficient, and robust operations and products
• Oversee the development of workforce, championing personal and professional development within the team
• Provide advice and guidance on technical aspects of plant operations
• Lead operational engagement with external customer representatives, regulators, and other internal and external stakeholders
• Set and monitor operational budgets, striving to deliver optimum value in the short to medium term
• As part of the Unit Leadership Team, contribute to the strategic direction of the Business Unit, including supporting growth opportunities and new product and process development where applicable

Qualifications

• Engineering or Management degree (minimum 2:2) or equivalent experience and knowledge in a relevant discipline
• Enthusiastic leader with the ability to define and communicate a medium‑term vision
• Strategic thinker with proven delivery experience
• Technical capability to develop a deep understanding of plant processes and the safety case
• Belief in team and personal development
• Experience in operations management
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills to set and achieve medium‑term objectives
• Experience in coaching and developing others
• Experience leading operations within a chemical plant is desirable but not essential

Benefits

• Attractive remuneration
• Great benefits for your convenience and safety:
  • Peer-to-peer recognition program
  • Life insurance
  • Pension plan
  • Employee Assistance Program: confidential counseling and resources for employees, eligible dependents, and household members
• Learning and development opportunities
• Participation in community service events and other team-building activities

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

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