Current Opportunities

Northern Regional Director        Based: Central Belt of Scotland          Ref:CT050608
Opportunity to take the leading role in the growth and development of a stand alone regional business                     Package: £80,000 + benefits

The Client

• Part of a UK-based Group, our client is a well established leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of structural products;
  
• Following a period of restructuring, our client is poised for growth through world-beating and innovative processes & products;
  
• Investment in a highly automated manufacturing facility gives the business a competitive edge.

The Role

• Reporting to the CEO, to lead, develop and grow the business, in line with the agreed strategy;
  
• Responsible for profit, loss and cash flow;
  
• Responsible for the senior management team of 6 direct reports and a total workforce of 80;
  
• To set high standards, leading by example in customer service, contract and commercial management;
  
• To develop and grow the skills of the business team including design, estimating, commercial negotiation, customer site management, financial management, manufacturing and sales;
  
• To lead and enthuse in the opening and development of new business;
  
• Responsible for health, safety and environmental standards and compliance to the set standards.

The Candidate

• A strong, charismatic leader able to inspire the team and possessing energy, drive, adaptability and communication skills;
  
• With experience of managing in a projects-oriented business, the successful candidate will have proven & successful commercial skills, including sales and contracts experience;
  
• Proven and successful track record of P & L and cash flow responsibility;
  
• A sound track record of working with others coupled with effective interpersonal skills;
  
• Knowledgeable and familiar with the latest business philosophies including lean, agile and best practises;
  
• Conversant with Health, Safety and Environmental legislation in accordance with Scottish Law;
  
• Degree qualified or equivalent in engineering or a related discipline, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in business.

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT050608 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Technical Sales Representative                 Northern Region                              Ref:CT040608
Opportunity to play a key role in the growth and development of a regional business
Territory: North East England and Scotland                                         Salary £35k + benefits

The Client

• Part of a UK-based Group, our client is a well established leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of structural products;
• Following a period of restructuring, our client is poised for growth through world-beating and innovative processes & products;
• Investment in a highly automated manufacturing facility gives the business a competitive edge.

The Role

• Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager, to achieve the agreed targets for the designated territory through the effective management of both markets and customers;
• Actively seek and develop new opportunities to grow the business;
• Contribute to the Regional strategic plan and annual budget preparation;
• Develop local sales plans to deliver the required revenue, margin, profit and market share objectives;
• Complete monthly commercial reports on time and with accuracy;
• Achieve area profitability with year on year improvement as the objective;
• Achieve or exceed agreed Customer Satisfaction ratings;
• Maintain and manage proactive customer contact for allocated customers.

The Candidate

• Must have demonstrable experience of operating in a highly commercial Sales/B2B environment to agreed standards;
• A competent planner, capable of operating in an organized manner on his/her own initiative;
• Comfortable working remotely, yet able to communicate and work collaboratively with the business team;
• Computer literate including proprietary management information systems, Microsoft Office and the worldwide web;
• A working knowledge of sales forecasting and competitor analysis processes;
• Experience & understanding of budgetary and profit responsibilities;
• Experience of the construction industry essential;
• Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard including Mathematics and English;
• Full, clean driving license.

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT040608 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Quality Assurance Manager                                                                              Ref: CT030608
An exciting opportunity to play a major role in developing a Quality Management Team and Systems for a stand alone business based around an industry Centre of Excellence Southern Region                                                                                     Salary c£50k + benefits

The Client

• Part of a UK-based Group, our client is a well established leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of structural products;
• Following a period of restructuring, our client is poised for growth through world-beating and innovative processes & products;
• Investment in a highly automated manufacturing facility gives the business a competitive edge.

The Role

• Reporting to the Operations Manager, responsible for a team of 10;
• Responsible for all aspects of quality including supplier, contract, customer and operational issues;
• Responsible for developing, improving and managing the business quality management system, and for monitoring, reviewing and reporting its performance against set KPIs;
• Develop, maintain & manage systems to establish standards covering all stages of the business process and products and to measure performance against established standards including internal & external auditing;
• Monitor performance as required according to agreed standards and take necessary action to communicate, advise & assist according as appropriate;
• Monitor performance, working collaboratively throughout the organisation to ensure that the Company's Quality Plan and Procedures are functioning correctly & provide training, tools and techniques to enable others to achieve the required quality levels within the business;
• Promote the achievement of required standards and a continuous improvement ethos throughout the business;
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant national and international standards and legislation including that governing product safety, the environment and health & safety requirements;
• Plan and manage departmental activities in accordance with agreed budgets and timescales;
• Optimisation of manpower, equipment and other available resources to achieve total customer satisfaction, first time and every time;
• Planning and implementation of training and development including recruitment of suitably qualified staff as required.

The Candidate

• Competent, capable and experienced in the field of quality control, quality assurance and the implementation of ISO9000;
• A natural coach and team builder who enjoys developing and leading others to improve their performance coupled with a well-developed ability to implement and drive performance improvement;
• Effective communicator with exceptional interpersonal skills capable of liaising with all internal levels, customers and suppliers alike;
• Computer literate including proprietary management information systems and Microsoft Office;
• Conversant with statutory regulations governing Health & Safety;
• Degree qualified with a recognised Quality Assurance/Quality Management qualification.
  

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT030608 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Two opportunites, Operations Manager & Plant Maintenance Manager
Located in the Midlands

The Client

• Part of a UK-based Group, our client is a well established leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of structural products;
• Following a period of restructuring, our client is poised for growth through world-beating and innovative processes & products;
• Investment in a highly automated manufacturing facility gives the business a competitive edge.

Operations Manager, Southern Region      salary c£65k + benefits                            Ref: CT010608
Opportunity to play a key part in forming a stand alone business based around an industry Centre of Excellence

The Role

• Reporting to the Regional Director for the day to day management of the manufacturing facility, ensuring the health, safety and welfare of all staff, product quality and the maximisation of output and resources.
  
• Responsible for a team of 5 operational managers covering Purchasing, Maintenance, Quality, HSE and Production, with a total workforce of 149 and for the health, safety and welfare of all employees
  
• Optimisation of manpower, plant & machinery, materials and other available resources to achieve output to cost, quality and delivery targets, achieving customer satisfaction
  
• Production and administration of reports as required
  
• Lead and introduction to Lean Principals and Practises leading to a Continuous Improvement Culture 'challenging the status quo'
  
• Preparation of departmental budgets
  
• Lead and formulate product work, capital investment and R&D
  
• Planning and implementation of training and development, including recruitment of succession plans
  
• Employee relations: internal and external, staff appraisals and relevant administration
  
• Effective communication to all departments and staff
  
• Lead and develop site strategic plans as required
  
• Maintenance of plant and machinery, shutdown work planning
  
• Collaborate and interface with contracts staff and erection teams

The Candidate

• Outstanding operational leader with energy, commitment, drive, adaptability, creativity, problem solving and decision-making capabilities, capable of developing into a member of the senior management team
  
• Ardently customer focused, with a proven & successful track record in delivering in manufacturing environments
  
• Able to implement and drive performance improvement using lean tools, KPIs and visual management
  
• A natural coach and team builder with exceptional interpersonal skills who enjoys developing and leading others to improve their performance
  
• Financially competent, able to read business accounts, construct and work to budgets and develop capital expenditure plans
  
• Well-versed and competent in the field of quality control, quality assurance and the implementation of ISO9000
  
• Computer literate including proprietary management information systems and Microsoft Office
  
• Possessing current and relevant knowledge of process manufacturing best practise
  
• Conversant with statutory regulations governing Health & Safety
  
• Degree qualified or equivalent, preferably in engineering or a related discipline

  Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT010608 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Plant Maintenance Manager Located in the Midlands, salary c£50k + benefits              Ref:CT020608
Opportunity to be part of a team forming a stand alone business and develop a TPM-based system of maintenance

The Role

• Reporting to the Operations Manager, ensuring the smooth and continuous operation of the plant through planned preventative maintenance programmes. Developing and implementing a strategic maintenance plan for the future expansion of the operation.
  
• Responsible for a team of 12 maintenance technicians and 3 process engineers
  
• Developing and delivering the plants preventative maintenance strategy
  
• Ensuring maximum plant utilisation overseeing capital project work liaising with all site engineering services
  
• Maintenance of plant & buildings and the coordination requirements for new designs, surveys, and maintenance schedules for equipment and machinery
  
• Plant breakdowns, work planning for shutdowns, Health & Safety
  
• Management of engineering staff including mechanically and electrically skilled staff
  
• Effective communication to all departments and staff
  
• Identifying capital requirements for engineering/site services requirements, including writing progress capital/revenue projects as necessary
  
• Implement and maintain both predictive and preventative maintenance schedules for all key items of plant and machinery
  
• Reducing downtime and off specification production through a process of continuous improvement
  
• Conducting all work in accordance with the established quality management system to ensure product quality and continuous improvement
  
• Coordinating with plant management on the requirements of health, safety and environmental legislation
  
• Handling all safety and security of physical plant and facilities
  
• Maintain all paperwork, records, permits, filings pertaining to the plant on any designs, utilities, real estate, equipment or maintenance
  
• Capital project work, engineering reports, optimising energy efficiency
  
• Developing the site engineering services, long term site plan
  
• Development of process plant, implementation of new equipment to optimise efficiency, control of budgeted expenditure
  
• Testing newly installed plant and equipment to ensure fulfilment of contract specifications.

The Candidate

• A sound operational leader with energy, commitment, drive, adaptability, creativity, problem solving and decision-making capabilities, capable of developing into a trusted and reliable member of the management team
  
• A proven & successful track record in delivering in manufacturing environments with knowledge of lean manufacturing tools and techniques, including experience of TPM and its implementation
  
• Able to implement and drive maintenance performance improvement using lean tools, KPIs and visual management
  
• Competent in PLC driven plant and machinery
  
• An able coach and team builder with effective interpersonal skills who enjoys developing and leading others to improve their performance
  
• Computer literate including proprietary maintenance management systems
  
• Conversant with statutory regulations governing Health & Safety
  
• Preferably apprentice trained with an engineering qualification in either mechanical or electrical discipline to at least HNC standard or equivalent.
  

  Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT020608 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA
  

Development Opportunity                                                                  Ref: CT010308

Looking for a life changing senior management or consultancy role, with career prospects and personal development?

Do you have operations, supply chain, manufacturing, engineering or business experience? Do you have the talent, ambition and drive to become one of the UK's elite managers able to transform business? Do you want to acquire the skills, knowledge, contacts and business acumen to fast track your career to achieve this?

If so, Cranfield University's unique award winning Fellowship in Manufacturing Management (FMM) could be for you...
                  (awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize for Higher and Further Education 2005)

The FMM is tailored to meet industry's increasing demand for high calibre managers. Following 3 months of intensive training and development at Cranfield, Fellows are placed in challenging positions with organisations such as the NHS, Rolls-Royce, leading management consultancies and SME's.

During the 15 month programme we pay a tax free bursary of £800 per month and up to £500 per month in agreed expenses. On completion of the Fellowship programme Fellows progress into consultancy or senior management roles typically earning between £45,000 and £60,000 p.a.

So, if you want to take your career to the next level, why not attend one of our monthly assessment centres?

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT010308 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Bridge, Geotechnical and Rail Engineers required York

Are you eager to tackle challenging problems and develop innovative solutions?

Exciting opportunities are on offer for open minded, technically strong Chartered Engineers to work on a series of challenging new projects in a well-established and expanding teams.

Principal Bridge Engineer                                      £45-55K
The Bridge Team is being expanded and developed to support client capability to continue to deliver high quality, cost effective solutions working on a wide variety of projects. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to demonstrate their sound knowledge and understanding of DMRB standards as well as their strong communication and leadership skills.

Who we are looking for

• Previous experience in the design of Bridges and other Highway Structures
• Aptitude for structural analysis and design
• Proven ability to lead design teams and gain credibility across the business
• Previous experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment and on D&B/ECI contracts would be an advantage
• Good degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
• Chartered Engineer status

Senior Bridge Engineer                                      £45K
With the client's extensive experience of bridges in concrete, steel and timber construction, involvement on relevant code committees, and recognised innovative approach, innovative, appropriate design for various bridge projects are delivered.

Successful candidates will be able to utilise their previous experience in the design of Bridges and other Highway Structures along with their sound knowledge and understanding of DMRB standards.

You will be able to demonstrate your strong communication and leadership skills to gain credibility across the business.

Who we are looking for

• Aptitude for structural analysis and design
• Willing to tackle challenging problems and develop innovative solutions
  
• Proven ability to lead design teams
  
• Good degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent
  
• Chartered Engineer status
  
• Previous experience working in a multi-disciplinary environment
  
• Experience working on D&B/ECI contracts

Geotechnical Engineers

Due to the expansion of the Geotechnical team a Senior Engineer and an Engineer are needed to work on interesting and challenging projects, primarily involving the design of earthworks, retaining walls and slope remediation (including soil nailing, geotextiles and piling).

Both UK and overseas projects predominantly in Rail and Highways are currently undertaken in the York office. These roles are ideal for engineers with a strong technical background looking to increase their responsibility and gain experience in project management as part of career progression.

Senior/Principal Geotechnical Engineer                                   £35-45K
The successful candidate will act as team leader on projects and will be given the opportunity to play a key role in the development and management of the growing team.

Who we are looking for

• Chartered engineer status
  
• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology, ideally with an engineering MSc
• All round appreciation of Geotechnical Engineering and an awareness of Environmental disciplines.
• Good detailed design ability

Geotechnical Engineer                                       £30-35K
The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to manage small projects and to play a role in the development of junior members of staff.

Who we are looking for

• Degree in Civil Engineering or Geology, ideally with an engineering MSc
  
• Good knowledge of interpretation of ground investigation and slope stability
  
• Appreciation of detailed design
  
• Rail or Highway experience desirable but not essential

Structural Engineer (Rail)                                      £35K+
The client has an opening for a Senior Civil or Structural Design Engineer to join a well-established Rail Group in York.

The ideal candidate will act as team leader on projects and be given the opportunity to play a key role in a small but rapidly growing team on projects involving the design of railway stations, platforms and access ramps.

Who we are looking for

• Chartered or near chartered Engineer
  
• Civil Engineering or other relevant discipline degree
  
• An all round appreciation of the rail environment and an awareness of the other disciplines involved.
  
• Good detailed design ability and rail experience, including station and platform design.

Graduate opportunities also available for any discipline.

Interested? To apply for any of the above opportunities please send a CV and covering letter quoting the job title of the role you are interested in to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT010408 or write to; Cardinal Talent Ltd, Suite 3&5 Victoria Court, 91 Huddersfield Road, Holmfirth, HD9 3JA

Cardinal is always on the lookout for......

Our approach to excellence in customer service means we enjoy delivering quality candidates, with known track records of achievement and creativity, rapidly, singly or in short shortlists. We are always excited to hear from people with the following experience and disciplines:

Company turnaround and rapid change management with hands-on track records of leading or working in turnaround teams, supplying financial, commercial, operational, project management, maintenance, health and safety, supply chain and human resource expertise. Candidates must be able to work long hours, over short & concentrated periods, working intensively and closely with other team members.  
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Managing Directors with financial, commercial or operational backgrounds within small & medium enterprises capable of taking newly turned around businesses through transition to stability, then growth. Must be adept business people, relaxed with fund-holders and venture capitalists, experience with acquisition preferred and willing to take personal risk.
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Change Leaders, Lean Facilitators, and Business Improvement Specialists, from both operational and consultancy backgrounds to undertake permanent roles, short-term contracts, & associate-basis work with other businesses, including consultancies.                      Apply to be considered for future opportunities in this area

Six-sigma Black Belts & Master Black Belts with practical and substantiated experience of leading and implementing Six Sigma in financial services, banking, insurance, logistics, retail and manufacturing. Those with a six-sigma consultancy and training background are also invited to register.
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Interim Managers with proven track records in commercial, supply chain, purchasing, financial, operational, project management, health and safety, maintenance, administrative and human resourcing skills.
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