Head of Assembly

Position Title: Head of Assembly
Location: Barrow-in-Furness
Salary: £80,000 + £6099 Car Allowance

About the Opportunity
We’re working with a highly respected engineering and manufacturing organisation at the forefront of the defence industry. They specialise in delivering complex, large-scale engineering solutions and are renowned for their innovation, precision, and operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity to join their senior leadership team and take ownership of a critical submarine assembly programme.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the Integrated Assembly Programme Team (IPT) to deliver submarine assembly programmes on time, within budget, and to exacting quality standards.
Ensure all work adheres to health, safety, and quality processes and procedures.
Drive programme delivery to achieve revenue and cash targets.
Manage programme risks while identifying and capitalising on opportunities.
Coordinate operational updates, stakeholder engagement, and programme reporting.
Champion transformation projects to improve processes and achieve best-in-class performance.
Implement effective visual management and operational reporting systems.
Support the creation, delivery, and sustainment of world-class assembly facilities.
Develop and mentor cell leaders to support wider team growth and capability.

What You’ll Need
Apprentice-trained / HNC qualification (minimum) or equivalent experience Degree preferred.
Significant operational leadership experience, ideally within the defence sector and involving large, complex engineering projects.
Proven ability to manage daily operations to meet demanding capability requirements.
Track record of successfully implementing and sustaining change management initiatives.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to work under pressure.
Confident communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholders.
Resilience and the ability to motivate multiple teams through challenging programmes.

Benefits
8% Pension
£650 a month living allowance (If distance you travel is greater than 50 Miles away)
Car Allowance - £6,099 annual
Life Assurance
Money back for medical bills.
Opportunities for career development and progression within a prestigious defence programme.

Due to the nature of this role, you must be a full UK British National and eligible to obtain SC security clearance.

Please send your CV to jordan . regan @ morson . com for immediate consideration.