Are you an ambitious operational leader ready to take your career to the next level? Rainham Steel Co Ltd is seeking a driven, results-focused Assistant Manager to play a key role in managing our yard and fabrication operations in Scunthorpe. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and capable individual with the leadership skills, operational expertise and determination to make a real impact within an established and growing business. Location: Scunthorpe, DN15 8XF Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday, permanent days (5.00am-2.30pm) Reporting to: General Manager About Us: Rainham Steel Co Ltd is a leading UK steel stockholder with an established presence in the industry. With extensive operations in Scunthorpe, we continue to develop and expand our capabilities to meet the demands of our customers. We are committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality and performance. Assistant Manager – The Role: Working closely with the General Manager, you will take an active leadership role in overseeing yard, warehouse and fabrication operations, with responsibility for coordinating site activities. You will be instrumental in driving productivity, improving operational efficiency and ensuring production and loading targets are achieved. The successful candidate will demonstrate confident leadership, effective decision-making and the ability to manage demanding operational priorities while maintaining consistently high standards. Assistant Manager – Key Responsibilities: - Lead and coordinate daily yard, warehouse and fabrication operations to achieve production and delivery targets - Plan production activities, issue run lists and optimise labour and equipment allocation - Drive productivity and operational performance through effective team leadership and clear accountability - Manage employee performance, address operational shortcomings and maintain consistent working standards - Work collaboratively with Transport to ensure loads and trailers are completed in accordance with delivery schedules - Champion health and safety, ensuring compliance with company procedures and safe working practices - Oversee stock organisation, accuracy and quality control - Monitor KPIs, analyse operational performance and identify opportunities for improvement - Coordinate operational paperwork, reporting and communication between departments - Support employee development, training, recruitment and performance management - Contribute to site improvements, maintenance planning and operational development projects - Support daily workforce administration, including holiday requests and timekeeping. - Monitoring compliance through observations and performance reviews, addressing deviations promptly and ensuring employees understand and follow agreed procedures Assistant Manager – Essential Criteria: - Proven leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing, industrial or operational environment - Demonstrable ability to manage teams, allocate resources and deliver operational objectives - Strong decision-making skills and the confidence to address challenging situations - Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities - A proven commitment to maintaining high standards of health and safety - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage employee performance - Competence in Microsoft Excel and operational reporting - A proactive, results-driven approach with a commitment to continuous improvement - Ability to take ownership of operational challenges and deliver effective solutions - You have prior experience in heavy industry Desirable Criteria: - Previous experience within the steel sector - Experience in production planning, stockholding, warehousing or transport operations - Knowledge of material handling, loading processes and stock-control systems - Experience managing operational KPIs and implementing process improvements - Relevant management or health and safety qualifications - Experience supporting employee relations and formal performance procedures Benefits: - Competitive salary dependent on experience - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays - Opportunities for career progression and professional development - The opportunity to influence and improve operational performance - A key leadership position within an established and growing company - Support from an experienced operational management team Apply Today If you are an ambitious, results-oriented leader looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your capabilities and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your management career and apply today