General Manager

The opportunity to shape the future of a high-growth manufacturing business doesn''t come along often. As General Manager, you''ll lead G&H Phoenix through its next phase of growth, taking full ownership of a technically advanced optical manufacturing site that delivers world-class solutions to customers across Aerospace & Defence, Industrial, and Commercial markets.-

At G&H, we''re looking for an experienced manufacturing leader who can combine strategic thinking with operational excellence. Based at the heart of the North Wales optical manufacturing district in St. Asaph, this is a rare opportunity to lead a complex engineering business within a global PLC, influencing everything from commercial performance and customer satisfaction to continuous improvement, innovation, and long-term growth. You''ll work alongside talented teams who are passionate about precision, quality, and delivering exceptional results in some of the world''s most demanding industries.-

What''s in it for you

• Lead G&H Phoenix with full site responsibility, including commercial performance and operational delivery.
• Join a globally recognised organisation with more than 75 years of innovation in optical technologies.
• Play a key role in shaping future growth through investment, new product development, and operational excellence.
• Competitive Management and Long-Term Incentive Plans.
• 25 days'' holiday plus bank holidays, competitive pension with salary exchange facility, private health insurance, and an enhanced employee assistance programme.
• Work with international customers and colleagues across a business committed to developing people, innovation, and engineering excellence.

Your responsibilities as General Manager

• Provide strategic leadership across Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Financial performance while maintaining full P&L accountability.
• Drive profitability through operational efficiencies, cost reduction initiatives, and working capital optimisation.
• Lead Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain functions while working closely with Finance and HR.
• Develop meaningful KPIs, monitor business performance, and implement continuous improvement initiatives across the site.
• Strengthen customer relationships, ensuring quality, delivery, and commercial commitments are consistently achieved.
• Lead investment planning, organisational capability development, compliance with industry standards, and the successful delivery of business strategy.

What we''re looking for in a General Manager

• Degree qualification in Engineering or a Science discipline, or significant leadership experience within a highly technical manufacturing environment.
• Strong commercial experience with full P&L responsibility in a manufacturing business.
• Knowledge of regulated quality standards including ISO and AS9100, with exposure to defence-related compliance frameworks such as DFARS and ITAR being highly advantageous.
• Demonstrated success leading complex manufacturing operations, improving performance, and delivering measurable business results.
• Experience building strong relationships with customers, suppliers, senior stakeholders, and global business partners.

Working hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday. Regular travel to G&H Ilminster, customer sites, suppliers, and other G&H locations will be required.-

If you''re ready to take ownership of a technically advanced manufacturing business and help shape the future of G&H Phoenix, we''d love to hear from you regarding this General Manager opportunity.-

Additional Information
Successful applicants must be able to satisfy UK Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance requirements. Due to the nature of G&H''s work, some positions are subject to UK Government security vetting and export control regulations, which may affect eligibility. G&H is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

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