Job Description
Production Manager
Location: Beith, KA15 1LY
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 per year (DOE) + Bonus!
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Further training in your career for the right candidate
• Opportunity to shape systems and processes in a growing, multi-sector engineering firm
About Us
At Burnhouse Engineering & Fabrication Ltd, we deliver tailored fabrication and installation services to leading clients across the Food & Drink, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Industrial, and Construction sectors. We re known for our technical excellence, craftsmanship, and dependable project delivery from concept through to completion.
As our company continues to grow, we re now seeking a senior-level Production Operations Manager & Systems Coordinator to take ownership of contract delivery, digital systems, and project performance across the business.
The Role
This is a strategic and operational leadership position for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. You ll coordinate production schedules, client reporting, project finances, digital workflows, and compliance ensuring all engineering contracts are delivered efficiently, safely, and profitably.
Key Responsibilities
Contract & Project Management
• Lead engineering contracts from pre-award to completion
• Coordinate project delivery schedules with internal teams and procurement
• Ensure projects meet agreed scope, budget, and timelines
Digital Systems & Reporting
• Implement and manage digital systems (e.g. ClickUp, SharePoint, Excel, MS Project)
• Monitor project KPIs, labour hours, progress, and financials
• Provide monthly performance reports and risk tracking to senior management
Client & Commercial Oversight
• Act as the main point of contact with clients and stakeholders
• Manage contract claims, change orders, and payment applications
• Maintain accurate, real-time financial visibility across projects
Operational Coordination
• Liaise between production, procurement, and planning departments
• Ensure resources (labour, materials, equipment) align with production needs
• Monitor internal capacity against contract timelines
Compliance & HSE
• Own responsibility for RAMS, COSHH, toolbox talks, and site safety documentation
• Promote a culture of compliance and continuous improvement in HSE and QA
What we need from you
Essential:
• 5+ years in a project, operations, or contract management role in engineering, construction, or fabrication
• Strong understanding of fabrication/welding workflows
• Skilled in digital planning/reporting tools (Excel, ClickUp, SharePoint, etc.)
• Commercially aware with experience handling client communication, cost control, and reporting
• Able to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Clear communicator and team coordinator
Desirable:
• Hands-on fabrication experience
• Formal qualifications: HND/Degree, IOSH, SSSTS/SMSTS
• Forklift licence and/or CSCS (useful for site interface)
Why Join Us
• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering company
• Take on real responsibility in shaping how contracts and systems are delivered
• Gain exposure to multi-sector projects across the UK and Ireland
• Progress your career in a high-visibility role with input into operational strategy
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful within this role, click on apply today!
No agencies please.
