Head of Operations / Plant Manager

HEAD OF OPERATIONS / PLANT MANAGERHead of Operations Plant Manager Production Manager Operations Manager People LeadershipAn excellent People-Leadership Role Within a Stable, High-Performing Manufacturing OperationLocation: South Yorkshire / North Midlands (Peak District border) - commutable from East Midlands / South Yorkshire / South Cheshire / Staffordshire, or Relocation Assistance Available 80,000 - 90,000 + 25% Bonus + Car Allowance + Executive BenefitsAbout the OpportunityThis is a planned succession appointment within a large-scale, energy-intensive manufacturing operation that is already stable, commercially successful, and well-invested. The current site leader is staying in the business in a Continuous Improvement capacity, and will support a structured handover.This is not a turnaround, and it is not primarily a technical role - the team already has strong technical depth. What the business needs is a visible, credible people leader who can build accountability, structure and confidence into a talented but currently under-developed leadership layer, and move the operation from a reactive, firefighting culture to a proactive, well-run one.The Opportunity Is Suited ToProduction Manager, Senior Production Manager, or Manufacturing Manager ready for a broader multi-site leadership roleOperations Manager, Plant Manager or Deputy Plant Manager seeking a genuine next stepCandidates from heavy process manufacturing, industrial minerals, cement, chemicals, or industrial ..... full job details .....