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Are you interested in joining a world leading research centre? Do you want to be involved in the generation of new innovations and technologies to make things better, faster, cheaper and greener?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Head of Operations to join our Machining Group at the University of Sheffield’s Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC).

This role provides an excellent opportunity for continuous learning and personal development. You will be responsible for resourcing and project delivery for the Machining Group. You will also be responsible for the conventional operations functions, such as the workshop, IT, administration, finance, health and safety, quality and HR.

As the Head of Operations, you will have;

• A good honours degree (or equivalent experience).
• Proven track record of project management, including an ability to provide partners with confidence and value from their engagements.
• Experience of the financial accounting of a project portfolio
• Ability to analyse and solve problems with an appreciation of longer-term implications and the performance of TMG.

About the team
The Machining Group focuses on processes, technology and the implementation of state-of-the-art subtractive manufacturing technologies (www.amrc.co.uk/capabilities/machining). The group has an excellent track record of developing technology and integrating it into a shop floor environment to demonstrate financial benefit to partners. This ability to translate technological advances into bottom line savings has led to a large growth in demand, especially from its aerospace partners and a growing need for skilled engineers with a curiosity about manufacturing.

About the University of Sheffield
We’re one of the best not-for-profit organisations to work for in the UK. The University’s Total Reward Package includes a competitive salary, a generous Pension Scheme and annual leave entitlement, as well as access to a range of learning and development courses to support your personal and professional development.

We build teams of people from different heritages and lifestyles from across the world, whose talent and contributions complement each other to greatest effect. We believe diversity in all its forms delivers greater impact through research, teaching and student experience.

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