Product Director

At Fortress our purpose is to "save lives by providing the best safety solutions". Our culture fosters creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement. Our employees are encouraged to develop and learn new skills to reach their maximum potential. We believe diversity is an asset, we don't just accept difference, we celebrate and genuinely value it for the benefit it brings to our culture, our employees, our products, and the local communities in which we are based. We care about the environment, and we are on the way to becoming carbon neutral. We take an active role in supporting our local community, charities, and partner with schools.For more information visit : DirectorLocation: Wolverhampton (Hybrid - typically 3 days per week on site)Employment type: PermanentSalary: £100,000 - £110,000 + car allowance + executive incentive frameworkAbout the opportunityThis is a rare opportunity to step into a board level leadership role with genuine influence over the future direction of a global, purpose led safety technology business.As Product Director, you will own the global product strategy for Fortress Safety-shaping what we build, how we compete and how we scale, while balancing near term execution with long term value creation.What you'll be doingSet and lead a multi year global product vision aligned to Fortress Safety's growth strategyAct as a member of the Fortress Board, shaping overall business direction and strategic prioritiesHold ultimate accountability for the current and future product portfolioLead and develop global teams across Product Management, R&D and Safety ServicesProvide strategic leadership and governance for Research & Development, ensuring R&D activity is aligned to the product roadmap, customer needs, and long term growth objectives, from early concept through to productionPartner closely with Innovation, Operations, Sales and the wider Halma networkTranslate deep customer insight, market trends and regulatory requirements into differentiated solutionsBalance short term delivery with long term platform and capability developmentChampion safety, quality and continuous improvement across the organisationInfluence and collaborate across regions, cultures and functions to drive sustainable growthWhat you'll bringProven experience leading complex, engineered or technical product portfolios in regulated environmentsStrong commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to connect strategy to executionA track record of delivering growth in fast evolving, international organisationsCredibility working at senior or board level, with the ability to influence and challenge constructivelyAbility to communicate complex technical and regulatory topics clearly and persuasivelyA global mindset, with experience operating across multiple geographiesLow ego, high impact leadership style with a bias for actionDegree level qualification (or equivalent experience)Willingness to travel internationally as requiredWhat we offerExecutive salary of £100,000 - £110,000 plus car allowanceParticipation in Halma's director level incentive framework (equity and cash)25 days' holiday plus UK bank holidaysCompetitive pension contributionsCompany car or car allowance14 weeks' fully paid parental leaveComprehensive healthcare and insurance benefitsEmployee Assistance Programme and long service recognitionAbout Fortress SafetyFortress Safety has been protecting people and equipment since 1977 and is a recognised expert in machinery safety and interlocking. Headquartered in Wolverhampton, we operate globally across the USA, Europe, Australia, China and India. We are proud to be part of Halma plc, a FTSE 100 group of purpose driven technology companies focused on safety, health and sustainability-combining long term investment with genuine local autonomy.Inclusion & accessibilityAt Fortress Safety, we value difference and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know.ApplyIf you are motivated by purpose, excited by scale and ready to leave a lasting legacy in global safety technology, we would love to hear from you.Apply via Workday to start the conversation.