Process Engineering Manager

Halma p.l.c; Havant; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexi-start and finish times

Optional 9-day fortnight

50/50 office and home working

Employee Bonus Scheme

Pension scheme with 10.5% employer contribution

Health cash plan

Life insurance - 3 times salary

Free electric car charging

Subsidised canteen

Job summary

Halma p.l.c in Havant is looking for a Process Engineering Manager to lead the Process Engineering team and to oversee continuous improvement initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate with various teams to improve manufacturing processes and operational performance.

This role offers flexible working, including optional 9-day fortnights and 50/50 office and home working arrangements. Key skills include strong leadership in manufacturing, knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma, and data analysis capabilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading, supporting, and developing people within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyse data and implement operational improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Process Engineering team.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement projects.
• Monitor and improve manufacturing capacity.

Skills

Leading and developing teams

Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

Data analysis and process optimisation

Commercial awareness and decision making

Strong communication skills

Job description

Process Engineering Manager

Our purpose is simple; to keep people safe from fire every second of every day. We specialise in the design and manufacture of high‑quality fire detection solutions that protect people in over 100 countries worldwide. At Apollo, we seek talented and motivated individuals who want a rewarding and challenging career within an internationally renowned fire detection company.

The main purpose of this role is to lead and support the Process Engineering function, helping the team deliver effective day‑to‑day operations while improving processes, increasing capacity and supporting Apollo’s strategic growth.

In this role, you will:

• Lead, support and develop the Process Engineering team, helping colleagues understand priorities and work towards shared objectives
• Identify, plan and deliver continuous improvement projects that improve manufacturing performance, efficiency and cost effectiveness
• Support good process governance, including clear procedures, effective change management and successful delivery of New Product Development/Introduction activity, including FAT/SAT validation
• Monitor and improve manufacturing capacity through data analysis, time studies and system optimisation
• Work with colleagues across manufacturing and leadership teams to support operational excellence, business performance and future growth

What we’re looking for:

• Experience leading, supporting and developing people within a manufacturing environment, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies
• Ability to analyse data, optimise processes and implement operational improvements
• Good commercial awareness and the confidence to make balanced decisions that consider performance, cost and growth
• A well‑organised and collaborative approach, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage a range of priorities

Benefits:

• Flexi‑start and finish times (1 pm finish on a Friday available) *
• Optional 9‑day fortnight *
• 50/50 office and home working *
• Buying/selling holiday
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave (new parents) and phased return to work for those parents who take extended leave (maternity, adoption leave)
• Training and professional development
• Employee Bonus Scheme *
• Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 10.5% (subject to conditions)
• Non‑contributory Share Scheme (Halma shares have shown sustained performance growth) *
• BUPA for eligible employees *
• Health cash plan – contribution towards health care costs
• EAP Workplace options
• Life insurance – 3 times salary and up to 6 times if you have dependents
• Long service awards and additional holiday
• 24/7 support healthline
• Cycling to work scheme
• Benefits for engineers as an IET Enterprise Partner
• Free electric car charging
• Free onsite parking
• Subsidised canteen

If you’re interested in improving processes, developing people and making a positive difference in a growing manufacturing business, we’d be pleased to hear from you.

We are happy to talk flexible working.

We strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all candidates and celebrate individuals being their authentic selves within a working environment.

We do not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or CVs from recruitment agencies. Only applications submitted through the Workday portal will be considered.