Managing Director

Managing Director required to join a well-established engineering company based in Birmingham, West Midlands. The successful Managing Director will lead the business, grow sales, improve operations, and make sure the company continues to deliver great service to customers in industries such as manufacturing, energy, utilities, food & beverage, and building services.

The Managing Director will have senior leadership experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technical services, with a strong history of running a business, managing budgets, and improving performance.

There will be regular travel within the UK to visit customers and other company sites.

Package
Up to £75,000 depending on experience
Bonus
Pension
Benefits package

Role
Lead the business with full responsibility for strategy, sales, and operations
Create and follow a plan to grow sales and profits
Build strong relationships with customers in key sectors
Oversee projects from the first enquiry to installation and aftersales support
Have a good understanding of mechanical equipment, process systems, and packaged solutions
Make sure all work meets industry safety and quality standards
Lead and support a skilled team across engineering, sales, and operations
Manage budgets, forecasts, and cash flow
Work with other companies in the group to win more business
Travel within the UK to visit customers and company sites

Requirements
Experience as a Managing Director, General Manager, Operations Director, Engineering Director, or similar
Leadership experience in engineering, manufacturing, or technical services
Proven record of managing budgets, growing sales, and improving performance
Understanding of mechanical or process systems and related services
Knowledge of industry safety and quality standards
Strong leadership skills to build and motivate teams
Engineering qualification - desirable
Experience in industries such as food & beverage, utilities, energy, or building services - an advantage
Must be able to commute to Birmingham