Assistant Branch Manager

BOC Limited, a Linde company

Assistant Branch Manager

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom | req23418

What you will enjoy doing

• You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and assisting the Branch Manager in the day to day running of the branch, deputising for the Branch Manager in their absence
• Ensure day-to day cylinder filling & handling activities run smoothly, and suitable and sufficient resources are available to meet customer demand
• As part of this role, you will deputise as site landlord, ensuring the appropriate monitoring and maintenance of the site infrastructure and fixed assets is undertaken; and that engineering standards are adhered to
• In addition, you will be responsible for the coordination of site production and maintenance activities within defined budgets and targets, ensuring they are performed safely and within legislative and management system framework
• Provide cover for Production Shift Managers when required
• You will manage asset control, administration and site security resources and processes, including visitor inductions and emergency response
• Play an important role in coaching a team of Production Shift Managers, Shift Supervisors, Asset control and the plant maintenance team on site to help them meet their specific objectives and development plans
• Lastly, you will be a key player in collaborating with key stakeholders, both internally and externally

What makes you great

• You have an HNC or HND qualification (or be committed to complete if not qualified)
• In addition, you have a NEBOSH/IOSH Certificate (or equivalent) or be committed to complete if not qualified
• Previous management experience in an industrial setting, alongside experience of people management and development would be advantageous
• You have experience engaging and working with recognised Trade Unions and can apply business policies and procedures to include disciplinary and disputes in line with Trade Union National Agreements
• A demonstrable proven track record in managing and motivating personnel to ensure development and engagement with the ability to communicate at all levels and establish positive relationships with key stakeholders such as Trade Union representatives
• Furthermore, you have the ability to understand and react to fluctuating business demands to maintain high efficiency and customer satisfaction within agreed cost parameters
• You work with integrity, role modelling the behaviours aligned to being a safe and inclusive workplace
• Experience of cylinder filling and handling operations would be advantageous
• Lastly, if you have a working knowledge of ISO9001:2008 – ISO14001 operating procedures and systems this would be advantageous

Why you will love working with us

We are the largest provider of industrial, medical and special gases in the UK and Ireland. From cutting harmful emissions, to providing life-saving oxygen and keeping food fresh, our gases play an essential role in everyday life. Our values – Safety, Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion and Community are at the heart of everything we do. They help us create an environment that puts safety first, where people do things the right way, new ideas are welcomed and everyone can be themselves.

At BOC, we take pride in our people and work hard to provide an enriching, enjoyable place to work. We have a clear vision: to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay and excel. We are always raising the bar, and because we are part of Linde, a global company, our people have limitless opportunities to grow and make a difference, all over the world.

What we offer you!

At Linde, the sky is not the limit. If you’re looking to build a career where your work reaches beyond your job description and betters the people with whom you work, the communities we serve, and the world in which we all live, at Linde, your opportunities are limitless. Be Linde. Be Limitless.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package with pension and life assurance as standard. In addition, we offer 25 days paid leave and a range of other flexible leave benefits, so that you have time to do the things you enjoy. Our recognition & reward platform celebrates great work and special moments, as well as providing a hub for health and well-being benefits, including a wide selection of savings and offers at well-known retailers.

Grow to be your best and drive your career with the training and development opportunities we offer.

Have we inspired you? Lets talk about it

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are more than happy to work with you to provide reasonable adjustments to enable you to present your best self.

Not sure if you fulfil the full criteria for this role? Regardless, we'd still like to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application via our online careers site, hearing your story and getting to know you better!

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BOC Limited, a Linde company
Ben Jenkinson

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