Michael Page
Hull, Yorkshire
A senior leadership opportunity to own and deliver a complex, high-value capital programme within a high-hazard manufacturing environment. This role combines technical authority, strategic capital planning, and end-to-end project delivery to ensure safe, reliable and future-fit assets. Client Details Our client is a leading global business operating at the heart of the supply chain, delivering essential products across food, agriculture and industrial markets. As one of the world's largest privately owned organisations, they combine deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and long-term performance. They are now looking for a Capital Engineering Manager for their Kingston upon Hull based site. Description The Capital Engineering Manager forms a vital part of the site's leadership team, reporting into the Site Director. You will take full ownership of the site capital programme, translating business strategy into a structured portfolio of investments while acting as the engineering authority across the full project lifecycle-from concept through to commissioning and handover-ensuring all projects deliver safe, reliable and high-performing assets aligned to long-term site objectives. You will: Lead and prioritise the site capital portfolio, aligning investment with safety, risk, reliability and value Act as the final technical authority, owning key engineering decisions and standards Provide hands-on leadership, mentoring and development to the on-site project engineering team, setting clear expectations and building capability Create a high-performance engineering culture through coaching, challenge and technical guidance Retain full accountability for contractor performance, providing strong oversight and challenge to external engineering partners and EPCs Ensure robust engineering assurance, governance and risk management across all projects Oversee project execution, including construction, contractor management and SIMOPS risk Drive high standards in process safety, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated and controlled Own commissioning, start-up and handover to ensure assets are operable and maintainable Embed reliability and lifecycle thinking into all engineering and design decisions Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance and EHS to support site performance Maintain accountability for capital cost control, forecasting and value-based decision making Profile the Capital Engineering Manager will have a strong technical engineering background gained within a high-hazard, heavy industrial environment such as chemicals, biofuels or manufacturing, alongside proven experience delivering complex capital projects. You will bring: Demonstrated experience leading capital programmes or major projects end-to-end Strong process safety knowledge and the ability to manage risk in complex environments Experience acting as an engineering authority or providing technical governance Proven leadership capability, including managing and developing engineering teams The ability to influence stakeholders and challenge decisions where safety or reliability is at risk A delivery-focused mindset, capable of balancing cost, performance and long-term asset integrity Experience managing and successfully delivering a complex portfolio of projects simultaneously Job Offer Competitive salary and benefits package inclusive of car allowance and performance related bonus A fast-paced, international environment with significant scope and autonomy The opportunity to lead key investment programmes within a highly complex industrial site Strong career development opportunities within a large, stable and globally recognised organisation
A senior leadership opportunity to own and deliver a complex, high-value capital programme within a high-hazard manufacturing environment. This role combines technical authority, strategic capital planning, and end-to-end project delivery to ensure safe, reliable and future-fit assets. Client Details Our client is a leading global business operating at the heart of the supply chain, delivering essential products across food, agriculture and industrial markets. As one of the world's largest privately owned organisations, they combine deep technical expertise with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability and long-term performance. They are now looking for a Capital Engineering Manager for their Kingston upon Hull based site. Description The Capital Engineering Manager forms a vital part of the site's leadership team, reporting into the Site Director. You will take full ownership of the site capital programme, translating business strategy into a structured portfolio of investments while acting as the engineering authority across the full project lifecycle-from concept through to commissioning and handover-ensuring all projects deliver safe, reliable and high-performing assets aligned to long-term site objectives. You will: Lead and prioritise the site capital portfolio, aligning investment with safety, risk, reliability and value Act as the final technical authority, owning key engineering decisions and standards Provide hands-on leadership, mentoring and development to the on-site project engineering team, setting clear expectations and building capability Create a high-performance engineering culture through coaching, challenge and technical guidance Retain full accountability for contractor performance, providing strong oversight and challenge to external engineering partners and EPCs Ensure robust engineering assurance, governance and risk management across all projects Oversee project execution, including construction, contractor management and SIMOPS risk Drive high standards in process safety, ensuring risks are identified, mitigated and controlled Own commissioning, start-up and handover to ensure assets are operable and maintainable Embed reliability and lifecycle thinking into all engineering and design decisions Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance and EHS to support site performance Maintain accountability for capital cost control, forecasting and value-based decision making Profile the Capital Engineering Manager will have a strong technical engineering background gained within a high-hazard, heavy industrial environment such as chemicals, biofuels or manufacturing, alongside proven experience delivering complex capital projects. You will bring: Demonstrated experience leading capital programmes or major projects end-to-end Strong process safety knowledge and the ability to manage risk in complex environments Experience acting as an engineering authority or providing technical governance Proven leadership capability, including managing and developing engineering teams The ability to influence stakeholders and challenge decisions where safety or reliability is at risk A delivery-focused mindset, capable of balancing cost, performance and long-term asset integrity Experience managing and successfully delivering a complex portfolio of projects simultaneously Job Offer Competitive salary and benefits package inclusive of car allowance and performance related bonus A fast-paced, international environment with significant scope and autonomy The opportunity to lead key investment programmes within a highly complex industrial site Strong career development opportunities within a large, stable and globally recognised organisation
The SPC Team Leaders in Rubber Compounding Excellence!
Westbury, Wiltshire
About SPC Europe Ltd SPC Europe Ltd is a specialist manufacturer of high-performance rubber compounds supplying customers across a range of industrial and technical sectors. Operating within a batch manufacturing environment, we are focused on delivering high-quality products, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. We are seeking an experienced and driven Factory Manager to lead our Westbury manufacturing facility. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional with strong experience in batch or process manufacturing environments and a proven ability to improve factory performance, productivity, quality, and team engagement. The Role The Factory Manager will have full responsibility for the leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of the Westbury manufacturing operation. This role requires a strong operational leader capable of managing a complex batch manufacturing environment where consistency, quality control, planning, process discipline, safety, and productivity are critical. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, quality, planning, warehousing, and engineering to ensure the factory operates efficiently and delivers outstanding customer service levels. The role will also involve close collaboration with other SPC Europe operations and customers to support business growth, operational alignment, and manufacturing best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoys driving operational improvements through strong leadership and accountability. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of manufacturing operations within the plant to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and financial targets Manage and optimise a batch manufacturing operation ensuring consistency, process compliance, and efficient throughput Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across all manufacturing functions Ensure customer requirements are consistently achieved in terms of quality, responsiveness, and delivery performance Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams across production, engineering, maintenance, quality, planning, and warehouse operations Promote and maintain a strong health, safety, and environmental culture throughout the site Monitor and improve key manufacturing KPIs including OEE, downtime, waste, labour efficiency, scrap, and production output Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operational performance Ensure robust production planning and capacity management to support customer demand and business objectives Manage factory budgets and control operational expenditure effectively Lead internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with quality systems, technical standards, and legislative requirements Support manufacturing technology development and process improvement initiatives Ensure effective preventative maintenance and optimisation of manufacturing assets and equipment Develop workforce capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and performance management Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement Support customer interaction and operational communication where required Work collaboratively with other SPC Europe facilities to share best practice and support wider operational objectives Candidate Requirements We are looking for a proven manufacturing leader with significant experience operating within batch or process manufacturing environments. Essential Experience Extensive experience in a senior manufacturing, operations, or factory management role Strong background in batch manufacturing or process manufacturing industries such as rubber, polymers, chemicals, plastics, compounding, coatings, food, or similar sectors Demonstrable success improving operational performance within a manufacturing environment Proven ability to lead large operational teams and drive accountability and performance Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Strong understanding of process control, quality systems, production planning, maintenance, and health & safety Commercial awareness with experience managing manufacturing budgets and operational costs Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Strong problem-solving capability and a hands-on management approach Desirable Experience within rubber compounding or rubber manufacturing IOSH or NEBOSH qualification Engineering or manufacturing qualification Multi-site or international manufacturing exposure
About SPC Europe Ltd SPC Europe Ltd is a specialist manufacturer of high-performance rubber compounds supplying customers across a range of industrial and technical sectors. Operating within a batch manufacturing environment, we are focused on delivering high-quality products, operational excellence, and continuous improvement across our manufacturing operations. We are seeking an experienced and driven Factory Manager to lead our Westbury manufacturing facility. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing professional with strong experience in batch or process manufacturing environments and a proven ability to improve factory performance, productivity, quality, and team engagement. The Role The Factory Manager will have full responsibility for the leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of the Westbury manufacturing operation. This role requires a strong operational leader capable of managing a complex batch manufacturing environment where consistency, quality control, planning, process discipline, safety, and productivity are critical. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, quality, planning, warehousing, and engineering to ensure the factory operates efficiently and delivers outstanding customer service levels. The role will also involve close collaboration with other SPC Europe operations and customers to support business growth, operational alignment, and manufacturing best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced industrial environments and enjoys driving operational improvements through strong leadership and accountability. Key Responsibilities Lead all aspects of manufacturing operations within the plant to achieve safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and financial targets Manage and optimise a batch manufacturing operation ensuring consistency, process compliance, and efficient throughput Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives across all manufacturing functions Ensure customer requirements are consistently achieved in terms of quality, responsiveness, and delivery performance Lead, motivate, and develop cross-functional teams across production, engineering, maintenance, quality, planning, and warehouse operations Promote and maintain a strong health, safety, and environmental culture throughout the site Monitor and improve key manufacturing KPIs including OEE, downtime, waste, labour efficiency, scrap, and production output Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to improve operational performance Ensure robust production planning and capacity management to support customer demand and business objectives Manage factory budgets and control operational expenditure effectively Lead internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with quality systems, technical standards, and legislative requirements Support manufacturing technology development and process improvement initiatives Ensure effective preventative maintenance and optimisation of manufacturing assets and equipment Develop workforce capability through coaching, training, succession planning, and performance management Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and continuous improvement Support customer interaction and operational communication where required Work collaboratively with other SPC Europe facilities to share best practice and support wider operational objectives Candidate Requirements We are looking for a proven manufacturing leader with significant experience operating within batch or process manufacturing environments. Essential Experience Extensive experience in a senior manufacturing, operations, or factory management role Strong background in batch manufacturing or process manufacturing industries such as rubber, polymers, chemicals, plastics, compounding, coatings, food, or similar sectors Demonstrable success improving operational performance within a manufacturing environment Proven ability to lead large operational teams and drive accountability and performance Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies Strong understanding of process control, quality systems, production planning, maintenance, and health & safety Commercial awareness with experience managing manufacturing budgets and operational costs Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Strong problem-solving capability and a hands-on management approach Desirable Experience within rubber compounding or rubber manufacturing IOSH or NEBOSH qualification Engineering or manufacturing qualification Multi-site or international manufacturing exposure
Elliot Marsh
City, Manchester
Job Title: Area Sales Manager Instrumentation Location: Field-based (North West) Industry: Instrumentation / Process Control / Engineering Reports to: National Sales Manager Salary: £50-60k DOE plus commission, car and benefits About the Company My client is a leading manufacturer of precision instrumentation and process control solutions, serving industrial clients across the UK and internationally. Our portfolio includes flow, level, temperature, pressure, and analytical instruments used in sectors such as energy, water, chemicals, and manufacturing. Area Sales Manager The Role: The Area Sales Manager, you ll be responsible for driving sales growth across your designated territory. You ll manage existing accounts, develop new business, and act as the key technical-commercial interface between our customers and internal teams. Area Sales Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Achieve annual sales targets and grow market share in your region - Develop new business opportunities with industrial end users, OEMs, and distributors - Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients - Conduct site visits, product demonstrations, and technical consultations - Collaborate with marketing to follow up on leads and campaigns - Provide monthly sales forecasts and pipeline updates - Represent the company at trade shows and industry events - Maintain accurate CRM records and customer documentation Area Sales Manager You: - ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) - Technical background in instrumentation or industrial automation - Proven field sales experience in instrumentation, process control, or related engineering products - Strong understanding of flow, level, temperature, pressure, or analytical instruments - Excellent communication and presentation skills - Ability to manage time, territory, and customer relationships effectively - Comfortable working independently and remotely - Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems - Full UK driving licence Area Sales Manager - Benefits: - Competitive base salary (£50-60k) + OTE up to £25K - Company car, laptop, mobile phone - Private medical insurance & pension scheme - Career development with a market-leading manufacturer
Job Title: Area Sales Manager Instrumentation Location: Field-based (North West) Industry: Instrumentation / Process Control / Engineering Reports to: National Sales Manager Salary: £50-60k DOE plus commission, car and benefits About the Company My client is a leading manufacturer of precision instrumentation and process control solutions, serving industrial clients across the UK and internationally. Our portfolio includes flow, level, temperature, pressure, and analytical instruments used in sectors such as energy, water, chemicals, and manufacturing. Area Sales Manager The Role: The Area Sales Manager, you ll be responsible for driving sales growth across your designated territory. You ll manage existing accounts, develop new business, and act as the key technical-commercial interface between our customers and internal teams. Area Sales Manager - Key Responsibilities: - Achieve annual sales targets and grow market share in your region - Develop new business opportunities with industrial end users, OEMs, and distributors - Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients - Conduct site visits, product demonstrations, and technical consultations - Collaborate with marketing to follow up on leads and campaigns - Provide monthly sales forecasts and pipeline updates - Represent the company at trade shows and industry events - Maintain accurate CRM records and customer documentation Area Sales Manager You: - ONC/HNC or equivalent in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering (preferred) - Technical background in instrumentation or industrial automation - Proven field sales experience in instrumentation, process control, or related engineering products - Strong understanding of flow, level, temperature, pressure, or analytical instruments - Excellent communication and presentation skills - Ability to manage time, territory, and customer relationships effectively - Comfortable working independently and remotely - Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM systems - Full UK driving licence Area Sales Manager - Benefits: - Competitive base salary (£50-60k) + OTE up to £25K - Company car, laptop, mobile phone - Private medical insurance & pension scheme - Career development with a market-leading manufacturer
