Job Title: Timber Frame Plant Manager
Location: Longford, Ireland
Salary: Competitive, DOE
Start Date: 2nd September 2024

Role Overview:
My client, a leading timber processor in Ireland and the UK, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee its timber frame operations in Longford. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a driven individual with strong experience in production and plant management, particularly within the timber-frame, modular build, or off-site manufacturing sectors. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing production, scheduling, logistics, health & safety, environment, quality (SHEQ), and maintenance at the Longford site, while also working closely with the design and site installation teams.

Role Purpose:
Reporting to the Head of Timber Frame Ireland, the Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing all operations at the Longford plant. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in good manufacturing practices and lean principles, ideally within timber frame or modular construction.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promote and prioritize a safe working environment for all staff.
• Collaborate with the SHEQ Manager to ensure appropriate safety, health, environment, and quality assurance standards are met.
• Develop and optimize the production plan for the timber frame process in collaboration with design and site quality teams.
• Contribute to the overall production strategy for the business.
• Monitor and report production performance against budget, using agreed KPIs.
• Drive efficiencies through short- and medium-term projects across the timber frame business.
• Standardize approaches, practices, and reporting through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, and employee development initiatives, in partnership with HR.
• Establish regular production meetings (daily, weekly, bi-weekly) to ensure delivery of the production plan.
• Build strong working relationships with Shift Managers and Supervisors to support their roles and promote knowledge-sharing.
• Contribute to the capital investment strategy and oversee capital projects for the Longford site.
• Ensure smooth and efficient operations from planning and design to production and timber frame erection.
• Develop a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Qualification in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or a related field (or equivalent knowledge and experience).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Plant or Site Management, preferably in timber frame, modular building, or off-site manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and experience in promoting a safe working environment.
• Proven ability to simplify processes and increase efficiency.
• Strong leadership skills, with a "can do" attitude, passion, and energy.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to exceed goals and push the team toward high performance.
• Strong decision-making skills with a capacity to delegate responsibility effectively.
• Experience in managing and developing teams, creating an environment where people can excel.
• Ability to manage change and handle risk and uncertainty.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships.

Applications:
Interested applicants should submit their CV in confidence.