Industrial Recruitment Manager

Job Description Salary: 35,000 38,000 + 4,000 Annual Commission Scheme + Company CarHours: 40 hours per week (08:30 17:30 core hours)Location: Multi-site operational environment (onsite)Contract: PermanentOur client, a leading national provider of workforce and recruitment solutions, is looking to appoint an ambitious and driven Recruitment to oversee a high-profile, multi-site operation. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who enjoys managing complex operations, developing high-performing teams, and delivering exceptional service within a fast-paced, high-volume environment. This role offers genuine scope to make an impact not just managing day-to-day operations, but shaping performance, driving continuous improvement, and building strong partnerships with key stakeholders. If you are a confident operational leader with strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering results, this could be the next step in your career.As the Industrial Recruitment Manager, you will take full accountability for the operational performance, workforce delivery, and service excellence across multiple sites within a busy contract environment. You will act as the senior on-site leader, responsible for ensuring operational stability, workforce availability, and compliance standards while driving productivity and performance across your cluster. You will lead from the front setting expectations, motivating your team, and ensuring a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. This is a role that combines people leadership, operational oversight, stakeholder management, and commercial responsibility. You will also play a key role in identifying opportunities to improve service delivery, streamline processes, and support the long-term growth and success of the contract.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team ManagementProvide strong, visible leadership across multiple operational sitesManage, coach, and develop a team to achieve high levels of performance and engagementSet clear objectives, monitor progress, and support professional developmentFoster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing team cultureLead by example, promoting accountability, resilience, and collaborationOperational & Service Delivery ManagementTake ownership of day-to-day operational performance across your clusterEnsure workforce levels meet forecasted demand and service requirementsManage resource planning, scheduling, and contingency planningDrive service delivery standards to consistently meet and exceed KPIs and SLAsAct as the escalation point for operational challenges and service issuesEnsure continuity of service during peak periods and operational pressuresCompliance, Governance & Risk ManagementEnsure full compliance with all legal, regulatory, and contractual requirementsOversee pre-employment screening, workforce documentation, and audit readinessMonitor compliance with working time regulations and operational policiesIdentify risks proactively and implement mitigation strategiesMaintain accurate reporting and documentation across operational systemsPerformance & Continuous ImprovementAnalyse operational data and management information to identify trends and opportunitiesDrive efficiency improvements and process enhancementsSupport business growth through proactive planning and service optimisationContribute to strategic planning and operational developmentDeliver against financial targets, productivity measures, and performance indicatorsWhat Makes This Role AttractiveThis is not simply a supervisory role it is a hands-on leadership position with genuine responsibility and influence. You will be trusted to manage a complex, high-volume operation while developing your team and driving measurable performance improvements. The role offers strong visibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to build leadership capability within a nationally recognised organisation delivering essential workforce solutions.This position would particularly suit someone who enjoys:Leading teams in fast-paced operational environmentsManaging multiple sites or functionsTaking ownership of performance and service deliveryDriving change and continuous improvementWorking closely with senior stakeholdersMaking decisions and solving problems in real timeAbout YouYou will likely have experience in one or more of the following environments:Recruitment or workforce managementLogistics or distributionOperations or service deliveryManufacturing or industrial settingsHigh-volume staffing environmentsMulti-site operational managementEssential Skills & ExperienceProven experience managing teams within a fast-paced operational environmentExperience overseeing multi-site or high-volume operationsStrong leadership and people management capabilityExcellent stakeholder and relationship management skillsStrong organisational and planning skillsCommercial awareness and performance focusAbility to manage competing priorities and operational pressuresSound understanding of compliance, governance, and operational standardsConfident decision-maker with strong problem-solving abilityResilient, adaptable, and results-driven approachWhy Join This OrganisationOpportunity to lead a significant multi-site operationVisible leadership role with real responsibility and autonomyClear opportunity to develop and progress your management careerSupportive leadership structure and established operational frameworkCompetitive salary and commission structureCompany car providedStable, long-term contract environmentExposure to a large-scale operational settingIf this sounds like a role for you then apply here for a confidential chat.

Created: 2026-04-29