Works Manager
| Posting date: | 22 August 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 September 2025 |
| Location: | de554qq |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Thorn Baker Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 179809-1121 |
Summary
Works Manager – Specialist Concrete Manufacturing Site
Alfreton, Derbyshire
£45,000 – £55,000 (DOE) + Annual Bonus + Benefits
We are recruiting on behalf of a leading provider in the civil infrastructure sector, specialising in the bespoke manufacture of safety-critical concrete products for the UK rail industry. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operational leader to take ownership of a busy and highly technical manufacturing site.
The Role
• Lead day-to-day operations in a fast-paced environment producing bespoke concrete components.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards at all times.
• Manage a team of 4 direct reports and around 30 staff (a mix of permanent and agency).
• Plan labour and resources to adapt to fluctuating production volumes (typically 4,000–8,000 linear metres per month).
• Oversee stock and supplier management to guarantee uninterrupted production.
• Drive environmental and sustainability targets, including carbon reduction.
• Make key operational decisions early in the day (from 6am onwards) to ensure production targets are consistently met.
• Solve complex challenges quickly and effectively, ensuring efficiency and delivery of projects on time, every time.
About You
• Proven leadership experience in concrete manufacturing, heavy industry or engineering.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental compliance (IOSH/NEBOSH desirable).
• A confident and proactive decision-maker, especially under pressure.
• Skilled in managing production fluctuations and material/stock challenges.
• Experience leading and managing mixed teams (permanent and agency staff).
• Proficient in Microsoft Word/Excel (ERP/SAP experience an advantage).
Salary & Benefits
• £45,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience).
• 40+ hours per week with expected flexibility to meet operational needs.
• Annual performance-related bonus (2–4%, based on personal and business performance).
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing sector.
This is a challenging but rewarding role, offering the chance to make a real impact in a safety-critical, specialist manufacturing environment.
Apply today with your CV to Thorn Baker for immediate consideration.