Current Opportunities

Chief Engineer                                                                                                    Ref: CT060608
Salary c£60,000 + benefits

A UK-based Group and well established leader in the design, manufacture, supply and installation of structural products requires a Chief Engineer.

Our client is poised for growth through world-beating and innovative processes & products. Investment in 2D & 3D design software & an automated manufacturing facility gives the business a leading competitive edge.

Responsible for leading and managing teams of engineers, the successful candidate must have Chartered Engineer status and is likely to have M.Eng or B.Eng as a minimum in either Structural or Civil Engineering.

With substantial post graduate track records in all major structural materials, the successful candidate will have specialist knowledge of design of concrete including framed structures, cross wall, beam and column and hybrid frames. Design of pre-stressed components is ideal together with knowledge of interaction with major structural materials, involving vibration, sound, non rigid supports, diaphragm action and structural stability.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate a record of successful Continuing Professional Development and a working knowledge of the latest technical developments, construction industry standards and current legislation.

Day to day tasks will include quality assurance audits, offering general technical guidance, providing problem-solving in response to technical queries and the management & support of remote contracted-out design providers involving in-depth knowledge of technical standards. There will be a need to work closely with colleagues in Contract Management and in Manufacturing, as well as Finance and Sales.

This role is client-facing requiring a proven track record in project and financial management, leadership and business development. Candidates with the required engineering qualifications as well as highly developed interpersonal skills and a collaborative working style are preferred. Prospects for career advancement to more senior roles are a reality for the competent, driven and successful appointee.

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT060608 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

Human Resources Manager                                                                           Ref: CT070608
Package: circa £45K + car + benefits
Location: Burton on Trent with travel to Derbyshire, Yorkshire & Central Scotland

The Role

• Reporting to the CEO, the role holder will be responsible for the provision of a full generalist HR service to the business delivering to Headquarters and 3 operational sites with approximately 550 employees;
  
• To deliver a comprehensive HR service including employee relations, employee resourcing, provision of personnel administration and learning and development;
  
• To provide an effective recruitment and selection service, to senior level including job advertising, shortlisting, interview screening, psychometrics, assessment centres, reference clearance and the induction process;
  
• To contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategy and policy and give a strategic HR perspective regarding business development and planning;
  
• To facilitate and manage business reorganisations and change programmes including appropriate consultation, communication, selection/de-selection methodologies etc;
  
• To be responsible for team management activities including the Performance Management process and coaching and development;
  
• To provide full support to the Business Units for any Employment Tribunals including preparation of case, liaison with legal bodies, consideration of costs and proposal for business, witness statements, employee coaching for Tribunal proceedings etc;
  
• To provide the operational team with accurate and up to date HR advice on Employment legislation ensuring Company policies and procedures are followed and implemented;
  
• To lead and performance manage a small HR team, including planning monitoring and control of budgets;
  
• With other members of the Management Team, plan annual workforce requirements and ensure that the appropriate recruitment strategies are developed and implemented successfully;
  
• Undertake disciplinary, grievance or other investigations, and produce clear written reports and recommendations.

The Candidate

• An effective communicator, self confident and resourceful individual, capable of managing own HR small team and working with others possessing energy, drive, adaptability and outstanding organisational & planning skills;
  
• With substantial experience and in-depth knowledge of HR Management at a HR Managerial level within manufacturing or other relevant business environment, including employment law, industrial relations, HR policies and procedures such as performance management, disciplinary, grievances, and redundancy selection issues;
  
• Experienced in managing and providing advice on sensitive employee relations matters and HR policy issues;
  
• Possessing knowledge of legislation, capable of advising on HR activities, including current and forthcoming UK law changes;
  
• Computer literate/and proficient in use of Microsoft and HR packages;
  
• MCIPD essential, degree qualified or equivalent preferred with a full driving license.

Interested? Please apply in confidence with CV and covering letter to Mel Armstrong, Cardinal Talent Ltd at admin@cardinaltalent.com quoting reference CT070608 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

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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