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Strategic Leadership | Full P&L Ownership | Safety-Critical Industrial SolutionsLocation: ManchesterSalary: Circa £85,000-£95,000 basic + bonus & benefitsA high-growth, high-impact leadership opportunityOur client, an established and rapidly expanding business in the industrial safety sector is seeking a Director / General Manager to lead the business through its next phase of growth.This is a hands-on leadership role with full P&L responsibility, direct operational ownership and the ability to shape the future of a market-leading business in safety-critical environments.This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior leader who thrives in regulated, technical industries and who is ready to take ownership of strategy, performance and growth.Key responsibilities: Developing and executing the strategic plan to drive sustainable growth and market expansionFull P&L ownership, including budgeting, forecasting and performance managementLeading operational delivery, ensuring excellence across manufacturing, service, supply chain and technical supportDriving product and technology strategy, including R&D, new product introduction and innovationMaintaining regulatory compliance and best practice across safety-critical environmentsEmbedding a high-performance culture with strong focus on quality, safety and continuous improvement The person: General Management / Director level experience with full P&L accountabilityTechnical credibility in safety instrumentation, industrial sensors, detection or similar engineered productsCommercial success, with evidence of delivering growth while maintaining operational excellenceBoard-level presence, strong influencing skills, and decisive leadership</