Head of Steel Operations
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are seeking applicants for the role of Head of Steel Operations within our Groveport business. This is a new role responsible for ensuring that the steel operation transcends from a steel stock holding facility into a leading-edge steel logistics centre.
Location: Groveport, Scunthorpe
Working Arrangements: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week
The five main things our new Head of Steel Operations will be working on are:
- Providing effective leadership to the steel operations team, with a focus on embedding and developing the new management structure and fostering a safety-first culture.
- Using change management techniques to become a leading-edge steel logistics centre.
- Complete effective budgetary control linked to the strategic planning for the department.
- Lead and support the steel operation team to allow for efficient and flexible responses to customer demands.
- Identify and develop new business opportunities.
We are seeking someone who:
- Has experience of leading, developing and supporting people and knowledge of HR processes.
- Has demonstrable ability to develop and maintain financial plans and budgets.
- Has excellent working knowledge of single/multi-user warehousing operation, business development, transport, and supply chain dynamics.
- Has experience of change management processes and is qualified in (or willing to qualify in) six sigma.
- Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to establish credibility at Executive level.
Benefits:
We offer 25 days holiday, paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, life insurance, private medical insurance, a generous sick pay scheme and a cycle to work scheme.
If you are interested in this opportunity please apply in writing, outlining relevant skills & experience, to hr.recruitment@pdports.co.uk and use job reference HSO-1277.
If you would like to find out more about the role informally, please get in contact for a chat with Nigel Ward,
General Manager Groveport. You can also find out more about who we are and what we do on our website, LinkedIn and Instagram pages.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £69,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Scunthorpe, DN15 8UA: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- Management: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 31/05/2023
Reference ID: HSO-1277
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Shipping & Trucking
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Steel Operations roles across PD Ports Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Shipping & Trucking.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £69,000 - £69,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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