Plant Manager in IP1

Energy Jobline ZR; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BUPA Medical

Free Private Medical Insurance

Free lunch onsite

Pension 5.6% from employer and 3.4% từ

Life Assurance of 4 x annual salary

Employee bonus

Company Events

Share options after 2 years

Job summary

Hales Group are working with their client to recruit an experienced Site Supervisor or Manager to take responsibility for the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of their manufacturing site.

The role requires NEBOSH General Certificate and strong health & safety leadership, including contractor management and site logistics coordination to keep production running safely and smoothly. Salary around £45,000 per annum with benefits.

Qualifications

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent essential.
• Experience managing operations within industrial/manufacturing environments.
• Strong health & safety knowledge with contractor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead site Health, Safety and Environmental activities, ensuring compliance with policies and legal requirements.
• Oversee contractors, inductions, risk assessments and permit-to-work systems.
• Develop and manage site budget, ensuring cost control and efficient resource use.

Skills

Health & Safety

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Education

NEBOSH General Certificate

Job description

Job Description

Hales Group are working with their client, who are offering a great benefits package, to assist them in finding an experienced Site Supervisor or Manager to take responsibility for the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of their manufacturing site. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in industrial or manufacturing environments who can lead site operations, manage health & safety, oversee contractors, and ensure logistics run smoothly.

Hours Monday to Friday | 7.30am - 5.00pm | Spring Season | 6.00am - 6.00pm | No Weekends

Salary £45,000 Per annum

Duties Include

• Lead all site Health, Safety and Environmental activities, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
• Implement environmentally sustainable practices, reduce waste, and optimise resource use.
• Develop and manage the site's operational budget, ensuring cost control and efficient resource use to meet financial targets.
• Manage contractor activities, including inductions, risk assessments, method statements and permit-to-work systems.
• Ensure all maintenance, engineering and project work is completed safely and in accordance with site procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections and investigations, implementing corrective actions as required.
• Take responsibility for site security, facilities management and overall site standards.
• Coordinate site logistics, including deliveries, dispatches, vehicle movements and storage operations.
• Resolve operational and logistical issues to minimise disruption and maintain business continuity.
• Monitor site performance and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, safety and cost effectiveness.
• Manage and develop site personnel, promoting a positive and proactive working environment.
• Ensure all site documentation, permits, compliance records and reports are maintained accurately.

What Will You Bring

• NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent essential.
• Previous experience managing operations within an industrial, chemical, engineering, bio-chemical or oil & gas site, either as a supervisor or manager
• Strong Health & Safety knowledge with experience managing permits, contractors and compliance.
• Experience coordinating site logistics and resolving day-to-day operational challenges.
• Confident managing multiple priorities within large site.
• Strong leadership, communication and decision-making skills.
• Experience leading safety initiatives and fostering a positive safety culture.

Benefits Package

• BUPA Medical
• Free Private Medical Insurance
• Free lunch onsite from sandwich truck - £4.50 allowance
• Pension 5.6% from employer and 3.4% from employee
• Life Assurance of 4 x annual salary
• Employee bonus
• Company Events throughout the year, including a group summer BBQ to celebrate spring season with entertainment
• Option to buy shares in the company after 2 years of service
• Stable and secure company who have just celebrated 50 years this year in business