Operations Leader
Highland Spring GroupCity of Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted September 10, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Highland Spring Group is one of the UK’s leading producers of natural source water. Established in 1979, our range includes; Highland Spring and Hydr8. We employ over 450 people at our two sites in Scotland. The purpose of our business is to provide healthy hydration in an environmentally sustainable way. One of the many things that makes us special is our protected, organically accredited catchment area - stretching across over 2,500 acres of the beautiful Ochil Hills in Perthshire, Scotland, The land has nothing but nature on it and allows the rainfall to filter naturally over many years through the rock to depths of up to 300 feet before making it’s way to our bottling plant and into bottles in it’s natural source condition.
Job Description
Our Highland Spring site in Blackford, Scotland is experiencing significant growth and investment, requiring an Operational Leader to drive ongoing operations. This role involves leading a team, improving operational efficiency, and championing Lean Manufacturing principles. The site operates at high production levels and relies on a culture of safety and zero defects.
Requirements
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing
- Knowledge of SQDCME measures
- Experience in operational leadership
- Leading a team and establishing people-centred change
