Senior Deputy Works Manager, Structural Steel Fabrication

Omnia Inclusive Employment Solutions Ltd; Halifax; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance 4x salary

Bonus scheme

Flexible working

Free on-site parking

Employee discounts

Referral programme

Company events

Clothing allowance

Career progression

Job summary

ES Recruit in Halifax, West Yorkshire, is seeking a Deputy Works Manager to join a leading UK structural steelwork manufacturer. You will support day-to-day factory operations and manage day-shift production teams, driving productivity and safety.

The role offers a clear path into senior operational management, with a salary of £45,000–£50,000 plus excellent benefits and opportunities to shape manufacturing processes in a growing business.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or management experience within manufacturing, engineering or structural steelwork.
• Strong leadership skills with the confidence to manage people and make decisions.
• Experience managing production targets, staff performance and workflow.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing health & safety.
• Ambition to progress into senior operational management.
• Experience within structural steel fabrication or heavy engineering advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Leading and managing day-shift production teams.
• Monitoring staff performance, attendance and timekeeping.
• Managing employee conduct and resolving workplace issues.
• Coordinating labour, machinery and materials to meet production schedules.
• Driving productivity, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Maintaining high standards of health, safety and compliance.
• Working closely with subcontractors and other departments.
• Reporting on production performance, delays and resource requirements.
• Supporting the Works Manager with operational planning and decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Production planning

Health & safety

Communication

Problem solving

Industrial manufacturing

Structural steel

Job description

ES Recruit in Halifax, West Yorkshire, is seeking a Deputy Works Manager to join a leading UK structural steelwork manufacturer. You will support day-to-day factory operations and manage day-shift production teams, driving productivity and safety.

The role offers a clear path into senior operational management, with a salary of £45,000–£50,000 plus excellent benefits and opportunities to shape manufacturing processes in a growing business.