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The successful candidate will play a critical role in transforming the operations function to support growth and increased automation within the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute operational strategies to scale from a low-volume production enterprise to a high-volume, automated manufacturing space business
- Manage key operational functions including Facilities, IT/IM, Cyber, Purchasing, Health & Safety, and Security
- Ensure operational alignment with corporate guidelines and initiatives
- Lead the development of advanced manufacturing capabilities to support the production of space flight products
- Strategically manage data to enable fast, accurate business decisions
- Oversee lab and cleanroom management, ensuring facilities are suitable for needs and maintaining quality control measures
- Manage stores, shipping, and receiving operations, ensuring effective stock management and quality checks
- Lead purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring cost optimisation and timely delivery of materials
- Manage IT infrastructure, ensuring data security and compliance with corporate requirements
- Develop and implement comprehensive cybersecurity policies and strategies
- Oversee facility maintenance and operations across multiple UK locations
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations and manage emergency response procedures
- Manage the operations budget, tracking expenditures and identifying cost-saving opportunities
- Lead and develop a team of IT, Cyber, Facilities, Procurement, and Health & Safety personnel
Job Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field
- Extensive experience in managing multi-site facilities operations, IT, and production infrastructure
- Experience in scaling production in high-tech commercial environments
- Strong understanding of building systems, maintenance practices, and safety regulations
- Proficiency in IT network management, hardware troubleshooting, and security protocols
- Excellent budget management and financial planning skills
- Leadership and motivation skills to manage and develop a team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
- Willingness to travel regularly to various office locations and third-party sites
If you are an experienced operations leader seeking a new challenge in the aerospace sector, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's ambitious and growing team.
