The ideal candidate will have experience leading a team and managing the daily operation of the business.
They will be responsible for maintaining the standard of work from employees as well as onboarding and hiring new team members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Lead and inspire a culture of safety firstResponsible and accountable to drive and deliver to annual Operational Plan commitments including: revenues, profit, working capital and operational performanceResponsible to work with location support functions and systems including QA, Safety and Health, Sales and Strategic Accounts, Finance, Human resources, Business Improvement, and Service ExcellenceDevelop and execute short and long term business plans and strategies to include operational goals, equipment needs, and staffing for the locationWork in conjunction long term group goals, develop and implement strategies based on geographic business industry knowledge, technical capability and expertise, and capital expenditures needsMaintain contact and relationships with top location accounts in line with policies, and participate as necessary to cultivate new accountsProvide managerial guidance to staff on reporting needs and requirementsPrepare and submit accurate forecasts as required, maintain acceptable levels of working capital, and determine and execute on corrective actions necessary to achieve plan goalsProvide guidance, direction and developmental opportunities that allow staff talents to be identified and groomedEnsure adherence to all local legislation pertaining to safety, environment and corporate governanceFully accountable and ultimately responsible for all hired personnel dedicated to the locationWork with assigned staff to ensure work schedules are maintained and balancedMaintain an environment of respect and dignity within the location covering employee interactions and problem solving while ensuring work rules are known and followedSkills QualificationsA bachelor's degree (BA, BSc, BEng) in an engineering or technical-related discipline with a chartered status with a known institute (IMechE)Experience managing a technically complex operation with at least with 3-6 subordinate level managers / supervisors Basic Mathematical Skills with the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plusUnderstands that all functions within the lab fall under their direct purviewTechnical leadership is vital to the production and operation of assigned tests and to the overall operation of the entire labMust possess a strong ability to communicate (written and oral) effectively with clients and colleagues with great attention to detail and timing of resultsStrong organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to effectively establish and maintain two-way communications to understand the needs and concerns of all departmentsAbility to effectively provide managerial guidance to all staff on all functions Ability to deeply analyse and resolve operational, finance and other significant business issues on a daily basisProven track record of success with regard to managerial, technical and operational competency #J-18808-Ljbffr
