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Role Reporting directly to the Head of Operations, this is an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to lead the Enniskillen site. The General Manager carries full responsibility for all Engineering, Production, Maintenance, Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) activities. The General Manager is expected to contribute towards the achievement of the company’s strategic and operational targets and overall business aim, whilst ensuring reliability and consistency of operation through the development of people, plant and process. The General Manager will be a champion for the site and ensure that the business is seen as a positive contributor to the local economy and community. Roles and Responsibilities · Safety, Health, Environment, Quality (SHEQ) o Encourage a safety culture which promotes safe systems of work and continual adherence to the Company’s policies and procedures o Ensure appropriate policies, safe systems of works and risk assessments are in place. o Share best practice, learnings and opportunities for improvement with other business departments within the Group. · Engineering o Ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability of all production equipment. o Work with the management team to analyse and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, productivity and quality. o Monitor and manage Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to maximise equipment utilisation. o Collaborate with maintenance, engineering and production teams to improve reliability and production outcomes. o Identify, lead and oversee integration of automation solutions and advanced technologies to improve manufacturing efficiency. o Lead technical projects, including feasibility assessment, equipment installations, facility upgrades and process improvement initiatives. · Production o Monitor and manage the production performance of the Enniskillen site against the budget through a set of agreed KPIs. o Drive efficiencies and standardisation of approaches, practices and reporting. o Develop a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement across all production units. o Ensure the optimisation of the maintenance function and its systems for plant efficiency. o Develop the Enniskillen production plan to maximise the return to the business working closely with forestry and sales, ensuring that internal and external customers expectations are being met o Recommend / implement improvements to standards and foster a culture of continuous improvement in production and safety. o Liaise with all teams to ensure the most effective use of resources to deliver agreed budgeted production and ensure that appropriate control is exercised on all costs. o Work with peers in a Group perspective to develop effective benchmarking · Processes, Technology and Continuous Improvement o Encourage a culture of continuous improvement, implementing lean manufacturing techniques and other efficiency initiatives. o Stay abreast of technological advancements and incorporate relevant innovations into the manufacturing process. o Manage, direct and lead team(s) to develop and implement strategic change within the site including the identification and completion of capital projects. o Evaluate capital expenditure projects and investments to enhance business capabilities o Introduce systems and processes to secure plant efficiency and deliver budgets. o Develop the technology/production/maintenance plans to enable the site team deliver on the overall targets. · New Projects / Capital Development o Identify opportunities, prepare business case rationale for business improvement projects o Ensure that all projects are managed and delivered on time and to budget. o Develop and maintain the capital investment strategy plan for the site. · Financial Control o Develop and manage budgets which incorporate all cost centres under area of responsibility and contribute to budget preparation and standardisation across the business. o Be fully appraised of any variations against budget and manage all corrective measures. o Analyse financial statements and reports to make informed business decisions and maintain profitability. o Ensure best value from all suppliers and contractors whilst ensuring quality and service is maximized · Leadership o Contribute to the successful delivery of the business strategy o Lead and develop area managers and respective teams across the site. o Mentor and coaching of new and existing members of the team. o Conduct performance and development reviews of team members. o Identify development opportunities for team members. o Ensure all staff have the resources, training, development and information to perform their job role. o Ensure employee training is conducted as required by Company policy and statutory regulations · Key accountabilities o Maximising the value of throughput across manufacturing and operating sites o Operational and safety KPIs and standards o Training and development of the team o Developing the Glennon Brothers brand and reputation with suppliers within the UK and Ireland Key Competencies o Strong personal credibility with the ability to build trusted relationships. o Ability to lead and sponsor a lean / CI programme site wide. o Advanced interpersonal, negotiation, communication and influencing skills o Exceptional judgment and demonstrated ability to make sound decisions. o Resourceful, driven by results and understands how to prioritise time, resources and people. o Proven ability to lead and develop people. o Creates a climate in which people can do their best. o Strong sense of urgency. Comfortable in an environment that is dynamic and changeable. o Driven by new ideas, methods and opportunities, always striving to find solutions that are innovative. o Drive to exceed goals and push self and others towards high levels of performance. o Capacity to reduce complexity and increase efficiency in processes to maximise outcome/return. o Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to make presentations and capable of persuading all levels of the business. o Proficient in IT, software packages and systems Desired Qualifications and Experience o Minimum 5 years’ experience in leading large operation teams in a senior leadership role. o Proven track record in heavy industry operations, and manufacturing. o Proven brand leader. o Manufacturing / Operations / Business degree or relevant equivalent qualification. o Lean qualification or through experience.
Heavy Plant Operator
About Us One of Britain and Ireland’s largest sawmills, Balcas is a leading timber products supplier and has pioneered biomass renewable energy in the British Isles. The business has grown organically, and through acquisition and investment in the latest processing technologies. Balcas’ timber products portfolio includes construction timber, fencing and landscaping products and pallet and packaging material. Balcas has led the development of the market for wood pellet fuel in Ireland and Britain. Balcas operates biomass Combined Heat and Power plants that produce renewable energy. Residual heat from electricity generation is used to dry locally sourced woodfibre that is then processed into high-energy fuel pellets, displacing 750 million litres of oil in homes, commercial premises and industry. Purpose of the Job As a member of a small team, the job holder will assist with stockpiling logs/residues and keeping the different mills on site supplied with logs. Hours of Work As and when required – covering both Dayshift and Nightshift. More Information For more information please contact Human Resources on 02866 323003 or email hr@balcas.com Closing date: Friday 10th January at 4pm.
Lecturer Motor Vehicle
We have an exciting opportunity available for an innovative, resourceful Lecturer in Motor Vehicle to join Advanced Technologies department at the Magherafelt Campus. For this position you should be committed with an encouraging and approachable attitude to ensure you maximise the potential of every learner providing a positive and value driven experience. You should have a passionate and pro-active approach in delivering teaching excellence. The College offers attractive terms of employment to include a salary commensurate with the role, generous annual leave entitlement, employer pension contribution and provides opportunities for personal development.
Safety, Health, Environmental And Quality Manager
About Us Glennon Brothers (www.glennonbrothers.ie) is a leading timber processor in Ireland & UK with a strong growth story. Glennon Brothers supplies both the Irish and UK markets with products for the construction, pallet wood and fencing industries. It also manufactures timber frame homes and engineered roof trusses for the house building sector and operates CHP and wood pellet plants, supplying renewable energy to many businesses and homes. It has over 900 employees with plants in Troon, Irvine, Invergordon and Edinburgh in the UK, and Longford, Fermoy and Enniskillen in Ireland. Its people, a commitment to service, and ongoing investment in new technology are core to the business. Over the past five years €70 million has been invested across the Group through capital investment projects. As the group prepares for continued growth and investment in the UK and Ireland, Glennon Brothers is now seeking to appoint a Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Manager for the Balcas sites in Enniskillen and Invergordon, and its logistics business with the associated depots and ports. Balcas employs over 360 staff directly within the operations. The Balcas site has a history of continuous investment with several significant projects currently underway to increase capacity and automation. It is an exciting time for a Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality Manager to join Balcas and support the business through this next stage of growth. Purpose of the Job The Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality (SHEQ) Manager will be responsible for implementing the highest Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality standards across all operations, whilst promoting and supporting continuous improvement and best practise. They will maintain a working knowledge of all Health and Safety legislation and any developments that affect our industry and provide professional advice and support to site management. They will take the lead in the ongoing development of all Safety, Health, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures. More Information For more information please contact Human Resources on 028 66323003 or email hr@balcas.com Alternatively, applications in the strictest confidence, with full CV by email to: brenda.mcstravick@balcas.com Closing date Friday 31st January, 2025.
Motor Vehicle Technician
Northern Regional College is the main provider of further education across four of the 11 council areas in Northern Ireland. The College offers a comprehensive range of qualifications and apprenticeships, as well as providing a range of business services to support the business community. As a Motor Vehicle Technician, you will play a key role in providing technical support and assistance to teaching staff and students, ensuring we provide students with a life-changing, supportive and innovative experience; equipping them with the skills to compete successfully in the global work place and meet the needs of local industry and employers.
Engineering Technician
Northern Regional College is the main provider of further education across four of the 11 council areas in Northern Ireland. The College offers a comprehensive range of qualifications and apprenticeships, as well as providing a range of business services to support the business community. As a Engineering Technician, you will play a key role in providing technical support and assistance to teaching staff and students, ensuring we provide students with a life-changing, supportive and innovative experience; equipping them with the skills to compete successfully in the global work place and meet the needs of local industry and employers.
Lecturer Green Skills
We have an exciting opportunity available for an innovative, resourceful Lecturer in Green Skills to join Advanced Technologies Department at the Ballymena Campus. For this position you should be committed with an encouraging and approachable attitude to ensure you maximise the potential of every learner providing a positive and value driven experience. You should have a passionate and pro-active approach in delivering teaching excellence. The College offers attractive terms of employment to include a salary commensurate with the role, generous annual leave entitlement, employer pension contribution and provides opportunities for personal development.
Assistant Accountant
Assistant Accountant Job Ref No: WS/AA/12/24 The Role: In return all employees will have access to a Healthcare Plan (includes children up to the age of 18), Company Pension with Life Assurance and an active Health and Well Being programme.
Store Yard Person
With 17 branches, a strong on-line trading platform and centralised warehousing and distribution facilities Fane Valley Stores is Northern Irelands leading supplier of animal health and agricultural products to farmers and the rural community. Our aim is to exceed the expectations of our customers. We are currently recruiting for a temporary (up to one year) Store Yard Person to join the team based at our Ballymena Seven Towers Store. Store Yard Person Job Ref No: FVS/SYP/12/24 The Role: In return, the company offers an attractive rate of pay and benefits package which includes Healthcare Plan for employees and their children under 18, Company Pension & Life Assurance, Health & Well-Being strategy which incorporates a range of on-going initiatives and programmes. To request an application form please contact the HR Department at Fane Valley. Email: hr@fanevalley.com, Tel: (028) 9261 0480 or apply on our GET GOT platform: https://fanevalley.getgotjobs.co.uk Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 5.00pm Wednesday 8th January 2025. Fane Valley Stores is an equal opportunities employer
Mobile Support Engineer
Wrightbus is now recruiting for a Mobile Support Engineer. To apply for this position please complete the application form. For more information about the vacancy, please review the attached Job Description and Personnel Specification. Hours of Work: 4.5 day week #wbstaff
