Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced Site Engineering Operations Director to join our team at Nine Twenty Engineering & Manufacturing in Livingston.
This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to drive operational efficiency, manage capital projects, and foster a collaborative team environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with the operations team to ensure seamless production processes and achieve site KPIs.
As part of our leadership team, you will lead and develop an engineering team, ensuring they are motivated, well-trained, and aligned with business objectives.
You will be responsible for overseeing daily engineering support, managing HR tasks, and identifying skills gaps for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the engineering team to enhance plant reliability and support high-volume production.
* Embed continuous improvement strategies as part of the site's long-term goals.
* Develop, motivate, and coach the team while identifying opportunities for training and development.
* Manage capital projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget and timelines.
* Work closely with production teams to meet daily operational targets.
* Oversee planned maintenance and ensure data accuracy in the CMMS system.
Requirements:
* HND or higher qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering.
* Certified in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt level or above).
* Experience leading an engineering management team ideally within an FMCG environment but other industries will be considered.
* Proven project management skills and experience with continuous improvement tools like TPM.
* Strong problem-solving and leadership capabilities with a strategic mindset.
Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum