Steve Collins
About Steve Collins
Steve Collins serves as the Head of Operations and possesses extensive experience in operations management across various industries. He has a strong focus on financial performance and crisis management, complemented by his academic background in engineering and business administration.
Current Role at Legal & General
Steve Collins serves as the Head of Operations at Legal & General. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and ensuring efficient performance across various departments. His focus includes enhancing cash flow and profit management, which reflects his strong financial acumen in operations.
Professional Experience in Operations Management
Steve Collins has held several significant positions in operations management. He worked as the Interim Project Director at Wabtec Faiveley UK for six months in 2017, where he managed projects in South Yorkshire. Prior to that, he served as Divisional Operations Director at Shepherd Group Limited from 2012 to 2015, and as Operations Director at Aesseal from 2015 to 2016. His experience includes managing operations in various sectors, including automotive and aerospace.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Steve Collins studied at the University of Bradford, where he earned a Master of Business Administration from 1996 to 2001. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Leeds Beckett University, which he completed from 1991 to 1994. Additionally, he is a Chartered Engineer, a designation that signifies his professional engineering competence.
Crisis Management and Turnaround Expertise
Steve Collins has a proven track record in crisis management and turnaround situations. He has effectively led multi-disciplinary teams to navigate challenging operational environments. His experience in managing full P&L accountability in blue-chip companies further illustrates his ability to drive performance improvements during critical times.
Experience in Lean Deployment
Steve Collins has extensive experience in lean deployment across various manufacturing industries. His expertise spans automotive, electronics, and aerospace sectors, where he has implemented lean principles to enhance operational efficiency and reduce waste.