Audio Visual Operations Manager

Alecto Recruitment; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading AV systems integrator is seeking an Operations Manager to efficiently manage engineering and installation operations. The ideal candidate has 5-10 years in operations, excellent organizational skills, and a solid understanding of AV systems. You'll oversee scheduling, logistics, and compliance with quality standards. Competitive salary of circa £50,000 per year, full-time and permanent opportunity, with significant responsibility in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Stable full-time role

Impact on engineering delivery efficiency

Opportunity to work with high-profile clients

Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in operations, logistics or project coordination.
• Understanding of AV systems and installation processes.
• Excellent organizational and resource management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage scheduling of engineering and installation teams.
• Ensure projects meet timelines and client expectations.
• Oversee logistics including travel and equipment movement.

Skills

Operations management

Logistics coordination

Project management

Client communication

Problem-solving

Resource scheduling

Tools

Resource scheduling software

Inventory management systems

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Operations Manager - Audio Visual Integration, South East England | Office-based. Circa £50,000 (DOE) + Benefits. Full-time, Permanent.

We are supporting an award-winning AV systems integrator with over 50 years of experience delivering design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of cutting edge AV systems. Their client base includes corporate offices, retail environments, and global brands. Known for innovation and technical excellence, they are looking to bring on an Operations Manager to lead and optimise the engineering & installation operations.

Role Purpose

You'll be a key member of the leadership team, responsible for ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, resources are well-managed, and clients consistently get excellent service. Working directly with the Engineering Director, you'll oversee scheduling, logistics, supplier and stock management, and uphold best practice processes (including ISO9001), helping scale operations smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Manage the scheduling and coordination of engineering and installation teams across multiple projects (UK & international)
• Ensure project timelines are met and client expectations are exceeded
• Oversee logistics: travel, accommodation, equipment movement, and subcontractor coordination
• Lead procurement and supplier relationships, purchasing required AV components / system hardware
• Maintain and control stock, manage warehouse/inventory, and monitor stock movement (including cross-border/international if applicable)
• Develop, maintain, and improve internal operational processes; ensure compliance with ISO9001 or equivalent quality systems
• Support the Engineering Director with internal reporting, resource allocation, and operations strategy
• Act as a liaison point between internal departments: installation teams, engineering, finance, logistics, etc.
• Monitor and improve operational KPIs: delivery times, engineer utilisation, cost control, project margins

About You / Qualifications

• 5-10 years' experience in operations, logistics or project coordination, preferably in AV or a related technical field
• Solid understanding of AV systems and what is required in installation, commissioning, and maintenance arms (even if you won't be hands-on)
• Excellent organisational, planning and resource management skills; strong ability to prioritise and juggle multiple projects
• Strong people skills: client communication, team management, subcontractor oversight, stakeholder alignment
• Proficient with operations tools: resource scheduling software, inventory management, procurement systems, MS Office / reporting tools
• Good geographical knowledge of the UK to optimize engineer and project scheduling
• Problem-solver mindset, able to anticipate issues and adjust plans proactively

What’s On Offer

• Approximate £50,000 salary (depending on experience)
• Full-time, stable role with permanent status
• Opportunity to work with a leading AV integrator with global/high-profile clients
• Chance to positively impact the efficiency and quality of engineering delivery
• Working closely with senior leadership, shaping process & strategy
• Exposure to varied projects: UK and international, across sectors (retail, corporate etc.)

How to Apply

If you're a highly organised operations professional who thrives behind the scenes ensuring teams deliver, schedules are tight, and clients are happy, this could be the right role for you. Send your CV via the recruiting partner; shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Direct applications to the company are not accepted.

Keywords

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