Operations Manager Job ref:

Salary: £68k – £72k + (£7k car allowance)

Type: Permanent

Location: Wakefield

OPERATIONS MANAGER – MARKET LEADING ENGINEERING BUSINESS – PACKAGE NEGOTIABLE

We are delighted to be partnering with a leading engineering client who operate on a national basis and boast a strong reputation for service excellence and reliability. They are seeking a dynamic Operations Manager to oversee and enhance their Service and Maintenance activities across all regions.

This is a great opportunity to lead a high-performing team, streamline operations and play a pivotal role in the growth of the business.

What’s on offer:

• Salary – £68k – £72k (Negotiable DOE)
• Car Allowance – £7k per annum

• Company Pension Scheme
• Private Healthcare scheme
• Death in Service

Key Responsibilities

Operational Excellence:

• Drive resource allocation to maximise utilization and minimise costs.
• Ensure projects meet quoted costs and margins.
• Oversee SMA renewals, effective account management and operational enhancements.
• Lead compliance with ISO9001 and optimize digital tools for performance improvements.
• Spearhead continuous improvements to streamline processes and create competitive advantages.

Financial Leadership:

• Manage daily operational budgets to ensure profitability.
• Collaborate with Finance to create and evaluate financial reports and improvements.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Lead, mentor and develop the Service Delivery team (some office-based staff and field-based engineers)
• Drive performance through coaching, recruitment, and succession planning.
• Foster a growth-mindset culture where teams feel valued and empowered.
• Ensure robust HR management, onboarding, training, and compliance with employment laws.

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Strong background in operations management (Operations Manager, Service Delivery Manager)
• Experience within service-led industries such as engineering or facilities
• Technical mindset and the ability to communicate effectively in a technical setting (mechanical engineering)
• Proven ability to work under pressure and deliver results.
• Expertise in resource optimisation, operational efficiencies, and cost control.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and profitability.
• Exceptional leadership, team-building and coaching capabilities.
• Confident decision-maker with excellent problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused with a proactive “can-do” attitude.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.

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