Business Unit Manager (APU Manager)

About the role

Pursuit Aerospace is seeking a Business Unit Manager (APU Manager) to lead shift manufacturing operations at its precision machining facility in Megrine. The role focuses on maximizing equipment productivity, ensuring on‑time delivery, and maintaining the highest quality standards for complex aircraft engine components.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of assigned employees, managing time and prioritising part production.
• Maintain product quality and compliance with customer and internal quality requirements.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives using Kaizen principles to optimise processes and equipment utilization.
• Promote a safe work environment and enforce company policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with business unit leaders, engineers, materials, and quality control teams.
• Communicate shift hand‑offs and production impacts to leadership and planning teams.
• Hire, develop, and mentor staff, providing performance feedback and conducting reviews.
• Lead on‑the‑job training, cross‑training, and Kaizen workshops across the site.

Required profile

• Proven experience supervising manufacturing teams in a shift environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to manage teams and coordinate with multiple functions.
• Demonstrated ability to implement continuous‑improvement and Kaizen initiatives.
• Commitment to safety, quality standards, and on‑time delivery.
• Experience in hiring, coaching, and developing production staff.

Required skills

• Precision machining operations.
• Equipment optimisation for maximum productivity.
• Quality assurance processes and standards.
• Kaizen and continuous‑improvement methodologies.