Production Manager

Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication; Beith; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering company is looking for a Production Manager in Beith to coordinate production operations and manage contracts. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in project management within engineering, alongside strong digital planning skills. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to influence business strategy while working on diverse projects across various industries.

Benefits

Company pension

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Further training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in project or contract management.
• Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows.
• Clear communicator and team coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion.
• Implement and manage digital systems and reporting.
• Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Digital Planning

Client Communication

Fabrication Understanding

Compliance Awareness

Education

HND/Degree

IOSH

SSSTS/SMSTS

Tools

Excel

ClickUp

SharePoint

MS Project

Job description

£40,000 - £50,000 per year (DOE) + Bonus!

Burnhouse Engineering and Fabrication are now recruiting for a Production Manager to join the team based in Beith!

Production Manager

Location: Beith, KA15 1LY
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 per year (DOE) + Bonus!
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Further training in your career for the right candidate
• Opportunity to shape systems and processes in a growing, multi-sector engineering firm

About Us

At Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd, we deliver tailored fabrication and installation services to leading clients across the Food & Drink, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors. We’re known for our technical excellence, craftsmanship, and dependable project delivery from concept through to completion.

As our company continues to grow, we’re now seeking a senior-level Production Operations Manager & Systems Coordinator to take ownership of contract delivery, digital systems, and project performance across the business.

The Role

This is a strategic and operational leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You’ll coordinate production schedules, client reporting, project finances, digital workflows, and compliance—ensuring all engineering contracts are delivered efficiently, safely, and profitably.

Key Responsibilities

Contract & Project Management

• Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion
• Coordinate project delivery schedules with internal teams and procurement
• Ensure projects meet agreed scope, budget, and timelines

Digital Systems & Reporting

• Implement and manage digital systems (e.g. ClickUp, SharePoint, Excel, MS Project)
• Monitor project KPIs, labour hours, progress, and financials
• Provide monthly performance reports and risk tracking to senior management

Client & Commercial Oversight

• Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders
• Manage contract claims, change orders, and payment applications
• Maintain accurate, real-time financial visibility across projects

Operational Coordination

• Liaise between production, procurement, and planning departments
• Ensure resources (labour, materials, equipment) align with production needs
• Monitor internal capacity against contract timelines

Compliance & HSE

• Own responsibility for RAMS, COSHH, toolbox talks, and site safety documentation
• Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement in HSE and QA

What we need from you

• 5+ years in a project, operations, or contract management role in engineering, construction, or fabrication
• Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows
• Skilled in digital planning/reporting tools (Excel, ClickUp, SharePoint, etc.)
• Commercially aware with experience handling client communication, cost control, and reporting
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Clear communicator and team coordinator

• Hands-on fabrication experience
• Formal qualifications: HND/Degree, IOSH, SSSTS/SMSTS
• Forklift licence and/or CSCS (useful for site interface)

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering company
• Take on real responsibility in shaping how contracts and systems are delivered
• Gain exposure to multi-sector projects across the UK and Ireland
• Progress your career in a high-visibility role with input into operational strategy

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful within this role, click on apply today!

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