Site Director - #1753759

Site Director – Engineering | West Yorkshire

Salary: Highly Competitive + car + bonus + generous pension

Location: West Yorkshire

Job Type: Full Time | Permanent

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a dynamic Site Director to join a world-class manufacturing organisation at a pivotal stage of growth and transformation. The successful candidate will take full responsibility for on-site operations, driving performance, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer value within a matrix-led structure.

As Site Director, you will provide leadership and operational oversight for the site. You will be responsible for setting and executing strategic goals, ensuring efficient operations, and promoting a culture of high performance across all departments.

Responsibilities of the Site Director will include:

• Lead and inspire cross-functional teams


• Develop and execute a progressive, forward-thinking site strategy aligned with wider business goals


• Drive operational excellence through world-class manufacturing practices and continuous improvement (CI).


• Champion lean manufacturing and embed a mindset of operational efficiency at all levels.


• Implement and enhance Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure consistency and quality.


• Work closely with Commercial, Technical, and Product Development teams to support innovation and growth


• Leverage technology to future-proof operations and boost productivity

We are keen to speak with Site Directors / senior operations leaders with:

• Degree-level qualification in engineering, manufacturing, or a related field


• Proven experience in a senior site leadership role within a complex manufacturing environment


• A strong background in lean/CI methodologies and world-class manufacturing


• A track record of delivering successful operational transformations


• Strong commercial and financial awareness


• Strategic mindset with a practical, hands-on leadership style


• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all levels

This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a forward-thinking engineering organisation. You will work with a supportive leadership team, shape site operations, and lead initiatives that drive long-term performance and improvement.

Apply now, or for a confidential discussion about this Site Director role, please contact Ian Bruce.