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SUMMARY:Succession Planning: Preparing Future Manufacturing Leaders
DESCRIPTION:In our recent webinar\, Darren McVicker\, Managing Director of Vickerstock\, shared practical insights on how manufacturers across Northern Ireland can future-proof their business through effective succession planning. \nWith 30-35% of the manufacturing workforce aged between 50 and 65 and a potential loss of up to 6\,000 skilled professionals within the next five years\, the sector faces a significant challenge. \nTo remain competitive\, manufacturers need to identify critical roles – the positions that keep operations running – and create a critical skills organisational chart to map expertise and highlight areas requiring development. A proactive approach to knowledge transfer is key. Encouraging employees to understand 20–30% of the responsibilities of the role above them promotes learning\, strengthens continuity\, and protects valuable expertise. Combined with clear progression pathways\, transparent communication\, and targeted development plans\, this approach helps minimise recruitment costs\, boost retention\, and build a culture of adaptability and growth. \nPractical Steps for Manufacturers – \n\nConduct a workforce age and skills analysis to anticipate future gaps.\nDevelop a critical skills organisational chart to prioritise key roles.\nIdentify potential leaders and provide stretch assignments or project opportunities to build capability.\nInvest in internal talent to sustain long-term succession pipelines.\nExtend succession planning beyond senior leadership to every level of the organisation.\nBy investing in people today\, manufacturers can secure the talent\, skills and leadership needed to thrive tomorrow.\n\nFor more information\, contact Darren McVicker: Email: d.mcvicker@vickerstock.com Tel: 028 9031 3720 \nVickerstock – Succession Planning Presentation[23]
URL:https://www.manufacturingni.org/event/recruiting-for-growth-how-manufacturers-can-attract-and-retain-talent/
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