Senior Manager Plant Operations - T.D. Williamson

Adaequatio Services is proud to support TD Williamson (TDW) , a global leader in pipeline infrastructure services, in the search for a Senior Plant Operations Manager for its site in Nivelles, Belgium .

At TDW, people come first. Every day, teams work to ensure that pipelines around the world operate safely, reliably, and efficiently, supporting communities and industries. The company combines industrial excellence, global collaboration, and a strong culture of safety and respect.

About the Site

The Nivelles site (approx. 120–150 employees) operates within a complex international industrial ecosystem, combining:

• A strong local manufacturing footprint

• A matrix organization with global stakeholders (notably US headquarters)

• High expectations in terms of safety, quality, cost efficiency, and delivery performance

Your Role & Impact

This is more than a plant management role — it is a key leadership position within the organization.

Reporting to the Senior Director Plant Operations (US-based), you will act as the overall leader of the Nivelles site, driving:

• Operational performance and excellence

• Cross-functional alignment in a matrix environment

• Engagement, cohesion, and culture across the site

You will combine:

• Direct leadership (operational teams, ~3–5 managers)

• Indirect influence across functions not under your direct authority

Success in this role requires the ability to influence, align, and drive performance beyond formal authority.

Key Responsibilities

Site Leadership & Operations

• Lead the full scope of plant operations: production, supply chain, maintenance, and logistics

• Ensure delivery of products on time, at cost, and at the highest quality standards

• Build and sustain a strong safety-first culture

• Ensure compliance with QHSE standards and local regulations

Strategic & Business Leadership

• Define and implement operational strategies aligned with global objectives

• Own and manage the site budget and investment plans

• Monitor performance and drive data-driven decision-making

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Lead Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

• Promote a strong Gemba mindset (hands-on, field-oriented leadership)

• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements

Leadership & Culture

• Act as a unifying site leader, beyond functional silos

• Foster collaboration, engagement, and a shared vision across teams

• Maintain strong and constructive social relations (unions, works council)

International Collaboration

• Operate in a highly international environment, interacting regularly with global stakeholders

• Communicate effectively across cultures and functions

Your Profile

• Degree in Engineering or Business Administration

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience, including senior leadership roles in manufacturing / plant operations / supply chain

• Proven experience in Lean / continuous improvement (Six Sigma is a plus)

• Strong experience in matrix environments with cross-functional influence

• Demonstrated ability to lead through influence and align stakeholders internationally

• Experience with industrial relations (unions, works councils)

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Hands-on, pragmatic, and results-oriented leadership style

• Fluent in French and English (mandatory)

• Ability to travel occasionally (<10%)

What Success Looks Like

• Strong operational performance (safety, quality, cost, delivery)

• A well-aligned, engaged site with clear direction

• Continuous improvement embedded in daily operations

• Effective collaboration across local and global teams

Why Join TDW?

• A high-impact leadership role with full site responsibility

• A strategic position within a global industrial group

• The opportunity to shape the future of a key manufacturing site

• A company committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence

About Adaequatio Services

Adaequatio supports organizations in building future-ready teams through executive search, assessment, and recruitment innovation. For this mandate, we act as a trusted partner to TDW, ensuring a high-quality, human-centered recruitment experience.