Production Manager
CV-LibraryColchester, EssexpermanentPosted: 23 April 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking an experienced and proactive Production Manager to lead our concrete operations in the Essex and Suffolk areas. This is a key leadership role within Brett Concrete, responsible for overseeing multiple concrete plants.
About Your Role
* Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of Operations, Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality and Sustainability.
* Budget responsibility for all aspects of operational spend including fixed and variable costs. Produce accurate financial forecasts for capital expenditure and exceptional maintenance spend.
* Provide leadership, recruit new members of staff, and ensure training and development plans are in place.
* Maximise plant availability and output through effective maintenance plans.
* Ensure accurate stock management procedures and controls are in place.
* Provide the highest level of customer service and product quality to Brett Concrete customers.
We're Looking For
• The successful applicant will possess or be prepared to work towards the relevant SHE qualifications, MPQC Level 4 Diploma (or similar and or started), IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent, IEMA Environmental Sustainability for Managers or equivalent.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of people at the highest standards with a minimum of 2-3 years’ leadership experience in a similar role, covering multi sites.
• You will need to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a committed team as well as being a goal setting self-starter.
• In addition, you should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop personal relationships with both external and internal customers and suppliers.
We'll Offer You
* Company car
* A competitive salary
* Generous pension
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Life assurance
* Career and professional development
* Free onsite parking
* Enhanced parental leave
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discounts
* Plus more
About Your Role
* Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of Operations, Safety, Health, Environmental, Quality and Sustainability.
* Budget responsibility for all aspects of operational spend including fixed and variable costs. Produce accurate financial forecasts for capital expenditure and exceptional maintenance spend.
* Provide leadership, recruit new members of staff, and ensure training and development plans are in place.
* Maximise plant availability and output through effective maintenance plans.
* Ensure accurate stock management procedures and controls are in place.
* Provide the highest level of customer service and product quality to Brett Concrete customers.
We're Looking For
• The successful applicant will possess or be prepared to work towards the relevant SHE qualifications, MPQC Level 4 Diploma (or similar and or started), IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent, IEMA Environmental Sustainability for Managers or equivalent.
• Ability to lead and inspire a team of people at the highest standards with a minimum of 2-3 years’ leadership experience in a similar role, covering multi sites.
• You will need to demonstrate an ability to work as part of a committed team as well as being a goal setting self-starter.
• In addition, you should be able to demonstrate the ability to develop personal relationships with both external and internal customers and suppliers.
We'll Offer You
* Company car
* A competitive salary
* Generous pension
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Life assurance
* Career and professional development
* Free onsite parking
* Enhanced parental leave
* Employee assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee discounts
* Plus more