General Manager

Services_EUA-E567 General Manager - Full Time - Aberdeen, United Kingdom Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society. At Sulzer GT Aero, embedded within the global Sulzer Group—a CHF3.53billion industrial powerhouse with 13,455 colleagues across 160+ production and service sites—we’ve built our reputation on deep expertise in critical rotating equipment. For over 20 years, our Aberdeen-based turbo services team has delivered exceptional repair, overhaul, and field support for industrial, marine, and power gas turbines. We’re now seeking a forward-thinking General Manager to lead our operations, drive performance, and further embed our values of Seize opportunities, Own it, Team up, Create value across everything we do. As the senior leader at Sulzer GT Aero, you’ll inspire and steer our turbine services business, blending entrepreneurial spirit with global best practices. You will hold full P&L responsibility for the legal entity, along with complete control of workshop operations, field services, ESH, quality, and order execution. Your main tasks and responsibilities : P&L Ownership & Growth : Lead the Aberdeen entity, shape financial strategy, and seize opportunities for market expansion. Operational Leadership : Oversee workshop repairs, overhauls, and field service, ensuring rapid turnaround and quality excellence. Safety & Compliance : Uphold ISO standards, lead audits, and champion a safety-first culture. Customer Engagement : Deepen client relationships, act decisively on escalations, and deliver tailored turbine solutions worldwide. Strategic & People Leadership : Develop strategic initiatives, cross‑functional collaboration, and nurture talent to build a high‑performing team. To succeed in this role, you will need : Proven leadership in industrial services or repair and overhaul environments. Financially savvy, with strong P&L accountability and commercial insight. Knowledgeable in ISO frameworks and operational compliance. Client‑centric with a proven track record in delivering excellence. Someone who owns it, empowers teams, and fosters innovation and continuous improvement. What we offer you : A competitive basic salary An annual bonus based on a combination of company performance and your individual contribution Company Car or Car Allowance Private medical insurance, covering you and your partner 33 days annual leave. Defined pension contributions. Access to Medicash, helping you cover everyday health costs like dental, optical, and physiotherapy, plus a range of wellbeing perks. Confidential support via Employee Assistance Programmes. Discounted personal car leasing for you, your family, and friends. Long Service Awards celebrating your commitment. Continuous learning opportunities through Sulzer Learning Pathways. We’re proud to support those who’ve served. Sulzer is a Bronze Award holder under the MoD’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, meaning we actively welcome and support ex‑military personnel and reservists in building successful careers with us. Do you have a question about the role? Reach out to Daniel Faulkner at Danny.Faulkner@sulzer.com. Our team is looking forward hearing from you Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment. Sulzer has been recognised as a 2025 Top Employer in 9 countries - Brazil, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK, and the USA. Having 5 certified countries in Europe also means we’ve earned the title of European Top Employer. This achievement truly reflects the incredible culture and commitment of our teams around the world. #J-18808-Ljbffr