Plant Manager

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead and be accountable for the health and safety of all employees, contractors, and visitors, ensuring strict adherence to corporate and legislative requirements.
• Champion the continuous improvement of safety performance, aligned with Brambles’ Zero Harm initiative, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
• In collaboration with the maintenance team oversee equipment reliability across the site ensuring operational continuity and efficiency.
• Ensure full compliance with all task-specific responsibilities outlined in CHEP procedures, work instructions, and safety protocols, maintaining operational consistency.
• Drive the implementation of best practices and continuous improvement processes to optimize plant performance in areas such as safety, quality, and cost control.
• Maintain site security and ensure compliance with service center requirements, including managing storage, stock levels, and movement of materials and equipment.
• Manage, lead, and develop plant staff, fostering accountability and ensuring that all team members meet or exceed performance expectations as outlined in job descriptions and agreements.
• Ensure that customer expectations, both internal and external, are consistently met or exceeded through effective management of plant operations.

Plant Manager

📍 Location: Pontefract,WF8 4QD (Onsite)
🕒 Type: Full time, Permanent
 

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and building high-performing teams? Do you thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments and have a strong safety-first mindset? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
 

CHEP is seeking a Plant Manager to lead our Pontefract Service Centre Operations. This is a pivotal role where you’ll champion our culture of safety, sustainability, and customer focus while delivering strategic objectives and driving transformation across the site.
 

You’ll be accountable for operational performance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring our plant meets and exceeds quality, efficiency, and customer expectations. Success in this role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and the ability to influence and inspire teams in a dynamic environment.
 

🎯 What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 5 years’ experience managing large teams in a fast-paced manufacturing or similar environment.
• Proven ability to lead safety-driven operations and knowledge of ISO standards.
• Strong track record in delivering performance KPIs and driving change in automated environments.
• Experience in applying Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies to deliver strategic objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
• Experience in budget ownership, stakeholder management, and working in unionised settings.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving ability and financial acumen.
   

💼 What’s in It for You?

• Certified Top 17 Global Employers
• Annual bonus (typically 15%) based on company and individual performance
• Car allowance
• Generous Share Scheme
• Private healthcare (family cover)
• Flexible working
• 25 days holiday + statutory holidays, with the option to buy/sell 5 additional days
• 10% company pension contribution
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
   

✨ Ready to Apply?
Submit your CV tailored to this opportunity. We look forward to welcoming you to the team!

Remote Type

Not Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Change Management, Coaching, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Delegation, Disruptive Thinking, Feedback, Inclusive Leadership, Leading Change, Leading Customer Centric Teams, Mathematic Literacy, Mentorship, Motivating Teams, Prioritization, Scheduling, Self-Awareness, Written Communication

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

Individuals fraudulently misrepresenting themselves as Brambles or CHEP representatives have scheduled interviews and offered fraudulent employment opportunities with the intent to commit identity theft or solicit money. Brambles and CHEP never conduct interviews via online chat or request money as a term of employment. If you have a question as to the legitimacy of an interview or job offer, please contact us at recruitment@brambles.com.