Depot Operations Leader: Safety-First Operational Excellence

Exertis; Melrose; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Certas Energy is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead depot operations, drive performance and ensure safety, efficiency and employee engagement across the business.

You will manage operational budgets, deliver against financial targets and lead continuous improvement initiatives while building strong relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders. A Safety First culture and regulatory compliance will be central to every decision you make.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading operational teams in fast-paced environments.
• Experience managing budgets and delivering financial targets.
• Track record of implementing operational improvements and managing change.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience ensuring compliance with procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop an engaged operational workforce, creating a positive, accountable and safety-focused culture.
• Ensure outstanding customer service delivery through effective planning, resource management and operational execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to improve performance, efficiency and service levels.
• Manage operational budgets and deliver against agreed financial targets.
• Support and implement business change initiatives and strategic projects.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations and legal requirements.
• Champion a Safety First culture, promoting safe working practices across all operational activities.
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders to achieve shared business objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Change management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Customer-focused

Job description

Certas Energy is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead depot operations, drive performance and ensure safety, efficiency and employee engagement across the business.

You will manage operational budgets, deliver against financial targets and lead continuous improvement initiatives while building strong relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders. A Safety First culture and regulatory compliance will be central to every decision you make.