Site Manager - Newport (South Wales)

Site Manager (Temp to Perm) - Newport, South Wales

Salary: £45,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

Sector: Manufacturing / Production / Logistics

Are you a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast‑paced operational environment? We're working with a well‑established UK manufacturer and distributor who are looking for an experienced Site Manager to oversee day‑to‑day operations at their busy Newport facility.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who leads from the front, takes pride in high standards, and enjoys being closely involved in production, storage, and dispatch operations.

🔧 What You'll Be Doing

Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily site activities including production, storage, and outbound dispatch
• Maintain safe, efficient workflows and ensure operational targets are met
• Keep accurate inventory records and monitor stock effectively
• Support onsite teams directly when required to keep things moving

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Champion a strong safety culture across the site
• Conduct inspections, audits, and risk assessments
• Ensure compliance with industry and environmental regulations

Team Management

• Lead, develop, and motivate a small operational team
• Set daily priorities, allocate work, and support training needs
• Promote a positive, accountable, safety‑first culture

Quality, Maintenance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure products meet customer and industry specifications
• Oversee routine plant and equipment maintenance
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, efficiency, and cost control

Customer & Supplier Coordination

• Work closely with hauliers, suppliers, and logistics partners
• Support customers through accurate, timely order fulfilment
• Provide clear operational updates to senior stakeholders

🎯 What We're Looking For

• Experience in a site management, production, manufacturing, agri, chemical, or bulk materials environment
• Strong hands‑on leadership style - someone who isn't afraid to get involved
• Good understanding of logistics, storage, and safe handling of materials
• Excellent organisation, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Health & Safety qualifications (NEBOSH / IOSH) are beneficial but not essential

💼 Why Apply?

• Well‑established business with a strong reputation
• Stable, full‑time role with long‑term progression potential
• Autonomy to shape site operations and drive improvements
• Competitive salary package dependent on experience

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