Head of Production

Cardiff CF11

£77,000

Commutable from Cardiff, Penarth, Barry, Chepstow, Newport, Bridgend, Pontypridd, Cwmbran, Caerphilly, Llantrisant, Abergavenny, Pontypool

Benefits:-           

• 26 Days + Bank Holidays
• Pension
• Free access to public transport for family
• Death in service
• Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to work Scheme
• Flu Jab scheme
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
• Early finish on Friday

Step into a pivotal leadership role where your expertise will keep a high‑performing production  function running smoothly. With a competitive salary up to £77k and excellent benefits - including free family travel, generous annual leave, and comprehensive wellbeing support - this is an opportunity that truly values its people. You’ll enjoy structured hours, great work-life balance, and the chance to shape long‑term strategic future. This role offers stability, variety, and real influence. Join a team entering an exciting phase of growth and make your mark from day one.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all production activities, ensuring delivery meets safety, quality, cost, and schedule expectations across maintenance and refurbishment operations
• Oversee day-to-day production and short-term planning, adapting workflows to meet changing customer and technical requirements
• Develop and implement production strategies, policies, and performance standards aligned with wider business objectives
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean methodologies to enhance operational efficiency and performance
• Manage budgets, optimise resources, and ensure cost control while delivering value for the business
• Set, monitor, and report on KPIs to maintain strong governance, performance tracking, and delivery assurance
• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams to build capability and promote a high-performance, continuous improvement culture

Requirements

• Experience working in a production or operations management role.
• Experience of working in rolling stock or traction sector.
• Leadership qualifications and management experience.
• NEBOSH General.

28096/611m

Suitable candidates should apply immediately by calling Jack Lavis for this vacancy – on 02920 894901 or by sending your CV directly to him at jackl@hunterselection.co.uk