General Manager

Our client, a specialist Part 145 aviation organisation, delivering high-quality, cost-effective maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, along with a comprehensive Total Support framework for PT6 Engine Operators worldwide, are seeking an experienced General Manager, to lead their team based in Lancashire.
Full-time-permanent position
Working Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week - Monday to Thursday 7:45am – 4:30pm / Friday 7:45am – 12:15pm (flexibility to work additional hours in support of the business plus some travel will be required)
A company culture that promotes work life balance
Access to mental health support
Business performance related bonus
Career development opportunities
Perkbox - includes monthly treats and discounts from selected restaurants, cinemas, shops etc
Long Service Awards
Enhanced Holiday Entitlement based on length of service
Free parking

Main purpose of the General Manager;
The General Manager is responsible for all facilities on the Division/Site. The core responsibility of the General Manager is to assume full P&L accountability for the business, and work with the Regional Director of Operations to refine, develop and oversee the implementation of a strategic business plan, aligned with the overall corporate strategy of the business.
The General Manager will apply strong leadership and relationship management skills to deliver a cultural change and take the facility from its current state, through a multi-year journey to becoming a world class facility as a part of portfolio.

Key Responsibilities of the General Manager;
Develop, refine and oversee the implementation of a long- and short-term strategic business and cultural change plan, aligned to corporate strategy/objectives, working with your peers to ensure that they understand and are aligned to the same plan and understand their required supports and inputs for the growth of the plant.
Strategically align with customers, understanding their needs and drivers, to develop plans which include commitments to delivery, performance measures, and price. Proactively participate and work with the Director of Business Development and VP Business Development, to ensure the long- term goals of the facility and the customer align.
Set measurable financial goals (short & long term) that drive profitable business growth. Work closely with finance to ensure that you oversee and are supported on delivering against all financial metrics, including cash and asset management, reporting, corporate & regulatory policies. Evaluate strengths and weaknesses of manufacturing team to ensure long-term health, productivity, with a high-performance culture. Ensure appropriate skills and staffing levels are maintained and making suggestions and insights on the long-term structure of the business, to ensure optimal delivery.
Improve facility performance by successful implementation and maintenance of Corporate system. Work with the Head of CI to create a long term multi year CI strategy, to support the company’s growth and change aspirations, ensuring that we remain a class leader in machining capability.
Utilize agreed performance metrics that are developed to measure ongoing strategic success and identify areas for improvement or consideration, to ensure that the right metrics are considered when understanding the delivery and growth of the business.
Develop in-depth understanding of the business, building an initial report/strategy that highlights the high priority challenges, as well as understanding the key stakeholders and supporting functions and helping them understand their role in delivering for the long-term success of the business.
Full responsibility as accountable manager at a respected EASA 145 approved MRO facility. Model leadership values and behaviours for the team, building a mission and vision for the team that supports and delivers the MRO strategy for the company.
Provide business reporting and analytics to the corporate senior team, building links with other global MRO facilities and leaders to maximise the value of the MRO footprint.
Senior management experience with precision/custom engineering manufacturing. MBA/ Chartered Member of the institute of Engineering/ Six Sigma Green Belt desirable.
Project Management certification an asset.
Experience building and supporting a strong union relationship.
Experience with introducing and implementing core basics as well as experience of what world class manufacturing facilities should look like and deliver.
Strong understanding of the end-to-end supply chain, knowledge of SAP desirable but not essential.
Aerospace industry experience an asset.
Experience with leading Multi Site operations an asset.