Director of Operations

Tst Group; Ballymena; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TST Group is seeking an experienced Operations Director to lead our Northern Ireland full load transport and distribution operations from Ballymena. The role sits on the senior leadership team and reports to Group Operations Director and Managing Director.

You will take overall responsibility for delivering safe, efficient and compliant transport and warehousing services across NI. We require a proven leader with strong commercial acumen, capable of driving performance, managing costs and

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop high-performing operational management teams.
• Drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial performance.
• Take ownership of service delivery, cost control and profitability.
• Champion safety, compliance and operational excellence.
• Identify opportunities for innovation, digitalisation and continuous improvement.
• Support our wider Group strategy and ambitious growth plans.

Job description

We're Hiring | Operations Director – Northern Ireland

Location: TST Group Headquarters, Ballymena

An exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in one of Northern Ireland's fastest-growing logistics groups.

TST Group is continuing to grow, and we're looking for an experienced, ambitious and commercially minded Operations Director – Northern Ireland to join our senior leadership team.

With operations spanning Northern Ireland, Great Britain and beyond, TST has grown into a leading provider of transport, distribution, warehousing and customs solutions. As a family-owned business, our people, customers and commitment to delivering exceptional service remain at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to our Group Operations Director and Managing Director, the successful candidate will take overall responsibility for our Northern Ireland Full Load Transport and Distribution operations.

This is a significant leadership role, combining operational excellence with strategic development and offering the opportunity to make a real impact on the future of our business.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking an experienced leader who can:

• Lead, motivate and develop high-performing operational management teams.


• Drive operational efficiency, productivity and commercial performance.


• Take ownership of service delivery, cost control and profitability.


• Champion safety, compliance and operational excellence.


• Identify opportunities for innovation, digitalisation and continuous improvement.


• Support our wider Group strategy and ambitious growth plans.

The Ideal Candidate

You will have a proven track record in senior operational leadership, ideally within transport, distribution or logistics, alongside strong commercial awareness and the ability to lead through change.

Above all, we're looking for someone who leads from the front, develops the people around them and brings the ambition, energy and accountability needed to help take TST into its next chapter.

Why Join TST Group?

This is an opportunity to join a growing, forward-thinking, family-owned business where your ideas, leadership and contribution will genuinely make a difference.

You'll be part of a senior leadership team committed to investing in our people, embracing innovation and building a business ready for the future.