161 Manufacturing Consultant jobs in the United Kingdom
Lean Manufacturing Consultant
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Lean Manufacturing / Supply Chain Consultant (Full-Time Contract)
Location: UK-wide
Daily Rate: £700/day + full expenses + travel
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Our established Lean consultancy client are committed to helping their clients achieve world-class manufacturing operations by providing high-impact Lean transformational services and delivering sustainable, lasting change. Due to on-going growth, this expanding consultancy now seeks to appoint an experienced Senior Operations Leader / Lean Manufacturing / Supply Chain Consultant on an immediate interim ~6 month basis to lead its premier client transition to an enterprise-wide Lean operating environment.
Our client's holistic approach integrates Lean training, coaching, and mentoring, focusing on strategy, leadership, culture, and operational excellence to achieve sustainable, world-class performance. Working with senior stakeholders (CEO/MD) whilst delivering hands-on coaching to embed lasting change, we seek the following profile:
- Senior Operations / Lean Supply Chain experience driving strategy and measurable bottom-line results.
- Proven continuous improvement expertise in aerospace, automotive, or similar industries.
- A track record of building and leading Lean Production Systems enterprise-wide (to include Procurement / Supply Chain) while mentoring and coaching leaders at all levels.
- Exceptional 'hands-on' leadership, communication, and analytical capabilities.
This full-time contract role till the end of 2025 (with good tailwind to extend) and offers an exciting opportunity to make an immediate and tangible impact.
Interested? To apply, send your CV application to Lean Executives at: quoting reference 0925. Interviews scheduled for 28th August 2025.
Lean Manufacturing Consultant
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Lean Manufacturing Consultant (Permanent, Full-Time)
Location: UK-wide (Client-facing role. UK travel required 4 nights per week)
Reference: 0825
Contact:
Our established Lean consultancy client is committed to helping organisations achieve world-class manufacturing performance through high-impact Lean transformation services. By integrating strategic guidance with hands-on coaching and mentoring, they deliver sustainable, lasting change across complex operations.
Due to continued growth and client demand, our client is seeking to appoint a permanent, full-time Lean Manufacturing Consultant / Senior Operations Leader to lead enterprise-wide Lean transformations, working with high-profile clients in advanced manufacturing sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide Lean operating systems.
- Partner with senior stakeholders (CEO, MD level) to align business strategy with operational execution.
- Deliver coaching, mentoring, and training to embed Lean principles at every level of the organisation.
- Drive cultural and behavioural change to sustain operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Extensive senior operations or plant leadership experience with a proven ability to drive strategic change and bottom-line results.
- Deep expertise in Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, ideally within aerospace, automotive, or similar high-complexity industries.
- Demonstrated success in leading large-scale Lean transformation programmes and coaching leadership teams.
- Exceptional leadership, influencing, and communication skills with a hands-on, results-driven approach.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected consultancy and make a tangible impact with clients undergoing transformational change. In return, you will receive a competitive salary package, ongoing professional development, and the chance to shape Lean excellence across top-tier industrial operations.
Interested? Send your CV and salary expectations to Lean Executives at: quoting reference 0825 .
This role requires flexibility and mobility to travel across the UK and Europe in line with client and business needs. There is the potential you may be required to work away from home Monday to Friday, which may include frequent overnight stays. Applicants must be fully comfortable with travel as a core part of the role.
Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
Posted 12 days ago
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**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Hereu2019s what youu2019ll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?**
_Hereu2019s what weu2019re looking for:_
A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendoru2019s product suites.
Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
Automation knowledge and experience
Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five yearsu2019 experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the worldu2019s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Hereu2019s what youu2019ll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of whatu2019s possible?**
_Hereu2019s what weu2019re looking for:_
A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendoru2019s product suites.
Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
Automation knowledge and experience
Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five yearsu2019 experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the worldu2019s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle u2013 from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether youu2019re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. Weu2019re the worldu2019s trusted global infrastructure firm, and weu2019re in this together u2013 your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and youu2019ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm u2013 access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each personu2019s potential, and weu2019ll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
+ Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
+ Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
+ Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Here's what you'll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
+ Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
+ Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
+ Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
+ Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
+ Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
+ Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
+ Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
+ A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
+ You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendor's product suites.
+ Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
+ Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
+ Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
+ Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
+ Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
+ We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
+ Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
+ Automation knowledge and experience
+ Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
+ Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
+ Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
+ Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five years' experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
+ Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
+ Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
+ Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Here's what you'll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
+ Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
+ Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
+ Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
+ Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
+ Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
+ Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
+ Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
+ A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
+ You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendor's product suites.
+ Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
+ Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
+ Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
+ Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
+ Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
+ We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
+ Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
+ Automation knowledge and experience
+ Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
+ Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
+ Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
+ Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five years' experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
Posted 13 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
+ Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
+ Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
+ Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Here's what you'll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
+ Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
+ Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
+ Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
+ Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
+ Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
+ Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
+ Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
+ A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
+ You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendor's product suites.
+ Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
+ Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
+ Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
+ Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
+ Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
+ We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
+ Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
+ Automation knowledge and experience
+ Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
+ Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
+ Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
+ Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five years' experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
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Industrial Advisory - Smart Manufacturing Consultant
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**Work with Us. Change the World.**
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
**Job Description**
Start here. Grow here
Through the application of industrial expertise, our Industrial Advisory team acts as both a standalone business and supports AECOM projects in the UK&I region and also globally:
+ Our smart manufacturing knowledge has set new levels of manufacturing data integration and enabled unprecedented process information visibility.
+ Our factory gained automation and control experience brings new perspectives to transport infrastructure projects such as the rail and aviation industries.
+ Our Industrial Manufacturing Engineers using their knowledge and experience along with Lean and Six Sigma tools have further unlocked new thinking to make efficiencies for our clients in Defence, Aviation, Global Retail, Automotive and Construction.
We are currently recruiting for experienced professionals at both Senior and Consultant levels reporting to an Industrial Advisory sector lead supporting our smart manufacturing offering. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for ensuring the technical and commercial success of projects delivered.
_Here's what you'll do_
The Industrial Advisory team is a key part of the Advisory Services. and as a member of the team, you will:
+ Support development of the value propositions for Industrial Advisory capabilities applied into manufacturing environments but most significantly providing Smart Manufacturing inputs to propositions.
+ Support the development of innovative thought leadership that sets AECOM apart from its competitors.
* Support the development of best practice methods and standards for Smart Manufacturing implementation and production data integration to apply throughout Advisory Services and into the wider AECOM organisation.
+ Develop a network throughout AECOM to promote Industrial Advisory into projects and with their clients.
+ Develop client relationships through project delivery and in support of business development.
+ Support the development of solutions to business/client challenges developed from a foundation of understanding or analysis of business practices and goals.
+ Collaborate with members of the Advisory Services teams to formulate strategy and develop exciting offerings that maximise the potential of the wider AECOM team.
+ Ensure projects delivered under your management are executed to quality, cost and time.
If you're passionate about innovation and turning bold ideas into reality, AECOM welcomes you. Join our team, where we don't just construct infrastructure but also uplift communities and enhance lives. Why not give our AECOM page on LinkedIn a follow to stay updated on the impactful projects we're working on and see firsthand the difference we're making in the industry!
**Qualifications**
**Ready to push the limits of what's possible?**
_Here's what we're looking for:_
+ A background working as part of an in-house manufacturing/engineering project team; or with a system integrator within a heavily automated production industry.
+ You will have significant in-depth practical experience in designing and delivering full shopfloor to cloud data integration projects using one or more of the main vendor's product suites.
+ Demonstrable experience in relevant manufacturing/process/logistics industries.
+ Experience or be willing to develop consulting capacity and developing stakeholder relationships.
+ Demonstrate initiative and a desire for dealing with complex problems.
+ Able to listen to clients, understand and form compelling arguments for our services.
+ Flexible and willing to work away from the office to meet our client or business demands.
+ We envisage that the role will be Hybrid working linked to an AECOM office in either our Manchester, Nottingham, or Warrington offices around the North West of England, however there will be a need for regular travel to other locations, mainly across the UK, but also Europe and further afield as required.
Additional skills we value
+ Already hold or be capable to apply for Security clearance of SC level (Resident in the UK for at least 5 years)
+ Automation knowledge and experience
+ Experienced, approachable leader, demonstrating strong leadership skills.
+ Strong coaching, training and influencing skills.
+ Some understanding of Continuous Improvement methods/processes and the application of Lean principles and Six Sigma to projects across different industries.
+ Some experience in leading improvement/change projects.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ideally you will be qualified to HND level or above or will have a minimum of five years' experience working within industry and be capable to demonstrate this knowledge. Membership of an appropriate professional body would be advantageous for this role.
**Additional Information**
**About AECOM**
AECOM is the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.
**Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity**
You will have the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.
You will help us foster a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.
AECOM provides a wide array of compensation, benefits and well-being programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We're the world's trusted global infrastructure firm, and we're in this together - your growth and success are ours too.
Join us, and you'll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm - access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to applicants who have a disability or long-term condition, who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role. Please let us know using this email address if you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
**ReqID:** J10134382
**Business Line:** B&P - Buildings & Places
**Business Group:** DCS
**Strategic Business Unit:** Europe & India
**Career Area:** Quality
**Work Location Model:** Hybrid
**Legal Entity:** AECOM Infrastructure and Environment UK Limited
Lean Manufacturing Manager
Posted 1 day ago
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Elevation Recruitment Group are currently supporting a well-established manufacturing business in Nottingham in their search for a Lean Operations Manager. This is a senior leadership role with clear visibility across the site and reports directly to the Operations Director.
Key responsibilities of the Lean Operations Manager will include:
- Lead lean transformation across the plant, embedding continuous improvement principles into daily operations
- Act as a facilitator of change, championing Kaizen events and engaging both operators and managers
- Manage and develop a small team of three to four, ensuring alignment with global standards while driving local delivery
- Influence and coach operational teams to adopt and embed lean methodologies effectively
We’re looking for strong leaders with the below skills & experience:
- A proven background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, with hands-on examples of delivering change
- Experience leading transformation projects, ideally within aerospace or automotive manufacturing
- Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and coordinate cross-functional projects
- The confidence to influence at all levels, from the shopfloor to senior leadership
- Practical experience of project management and budget responsibility
- A proactive, sleeves-rolled-up approach, able to deliver results on the shop floor
- Desirable experience includes lean qualifications such as Green or Black Belt, and familiarity with ERP/MES systems
- Strong analytical mindset and proven examples of interpreting data
- A good knowledge of quality standards, e.g IATF 16949, AS9100, ISO 9001
About Elevation
Elevation Recruitment Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy that helps people build long-term, successful careers. We work across a wide range of industries and disciplines with a focus on making recruitment feel more human, more honest and more effective. We are specialists in every function and experts in every hire. Check out our website to find out more.
Lean Manufacturing Engineer
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