Deputy Works Manager

Deputy Works Manager Halifax Mon-Fri days Deputy Works Manager Main Responsibilities

• Lead and support day-shift production teams to deliver safe, efficient and high-quality output.
• Monitor attendance, timekeeping and performance, addressing issues promptly and professionally.
• Manage staff conduct, communication, conflict and performance concerns.
• Maintain workflow efficiency and ensure production targets are met.
• Uphold and enforce health & safety standards, challenging unsafe behaviour immediately.
• Coordinate labour, machines and materials to maintain smooth factory operations.
• Work closely with subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure compliance and quality.
• Provide accurate daily reporting, highlighting risks, delays and resource requirements.
• Act as a professional leader who can step back from team friendships and maintain managerial objectivity. Deputy Works Manager The Candidate
• A positive, proactive attitude with strong drive towards company goals and expectations.
• Someone who can professionally disassociate themselves from the team when required and act as a fair, consistent leader.
• Confidence in dealing with issues, making decisions and enforcing standards.
• Strong organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage a busy production environment.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work across multiple departments.
• Solid understanding of safety, compliance and production processes.
• Experience in steelwork, manufacturing or engineering environments is highly desirable.
• Ambition to progress into senior operational roles within the Works Department