W Talent Engineering and Manufacturing is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established and respected manufacturing organisation based in Sheffield. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Operations Leader to join a business with a strong heritage and forward-thinking ambitions.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Cold Works to oversee and lead multiple departments including the Saw Shop, NDT (Non-Destructive Testing), Machine Shop, and Closed Die Ancillary Operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive performance, efficiency, and alignment with business goals across all Cold Works departments.
• Champion a zero-accident culture, ensuring compliance with HSE regulations, leading investigations, and embedding a safety-first mindset.
• Oversee production schedules, KPIs, and workflow optimisation across machining, NDT, and ancillary operations.
• Use data-driven insight to identify bottlenecks and drive sustainable improvements.
• Lead, coach, and develop departmental leaders and teams to create a culture of accountability and high performance.
• Promote a lean and proactive environment with focus on problem solving and long-term operational success.

Key Requirements:

• Strong background in Engineering or Manufacturing, with exposure to Machining and NDT environments being advantageous
• Bachelor''s degree in an Engineering/Technical discipline or related field would be highly ad
• Proven track record of at least 5 years in a similar role within a highly technical or complex manufacturing industry
• A proven track record in metallurgical manufacturing would be highly advantageous
• A NEBOSH qualification would be highly advantageous
• Expertise in continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify opportunities for improvement
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams and driving change initiatives
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to all levels of the business

What''s on Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Benefits package
• Opportunities for career growth and development with in the group
• Opportunity to make a difference in the growth of the facility