About the Organisation
A well-established engineering subcontractor, with over 25 years in operation, specialising in fabricated weld assemblies, treated assemblies, and machined components supplied primarily to OEMs, is seeking a General Manager for its newly built 4,200 sq. metre, near-zero-energy facility in County Cavan.
Position Overview
The General Manager will oversee the day-to-day operations of the new facility, reporting directly to the Managing Director. This senior leadership role requires strong operational, engineering, and people-management skills. The successful candidate will drive performance improvements, support staff development, and uphold exceptional customer satisfaction. A key objective is to optimise efficiency and profitability while ensuring smooth and effective operations.
Key Responsibilities
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Oversee daily business operations and drive strategic initiatives.
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Develop and implement strategies to support growth and operational excellence.
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Lead operations, engineering/quality, procurement, and administration teams.
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Ensure high-performance operations that meet customer expectations and on-time delivery.
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Oversee HR processes including recruitment, training, and staff development.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with customers across multiple sectors.
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Set departmental objectives and enhance systems and procedures.
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Work closely with finance to manage budgets and identify opportunities to improve financial and operational performance.
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Collaborate with sales/account management teams to deliver outstanding customer satisfaction.
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Build, develop and lead a management team capable of delivering organisational goals.
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Uphold health and safety standards across the organisation.
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Maintain strong client relationships and explore opportunities for new business.
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Promote and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience
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Proven management experience within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
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Knowledge of machining, fabrication, or related production processes is highly desirable.
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Relevant third-level qualification preferred.
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Strong leadership skills with a focus on motivation, training, and team development.
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Performance-driven with strong budgeting, planning, and reporting skills.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary
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Supportive and collaborative team environment
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Autonomy in decision-making
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On-site parking
Apply today, by sending your CV and I will contact you for a discussion.
Contact Aine ODwyer on 086 169 6824 or email aodwyer@frsrecruitment for a confidential chat
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