Sprinkler Operations Manager

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in the UK is seeking an experienced professional to manage sprinkler engineering contracts. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career growth and development within a supportive environment. The candidate will lead teams, ensure compliance with health and safety standards, and maintain strong customer relationships. Ideal for those with experience in the sprinkler industry and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in the UK sprinkler industry.
• Knowledge of LPS 1048 and LPCB basic design certification.
• Strong commercial and financial skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations and budgets for contract management.
• Provide leadership to service and project teams.
• Ensure health & safety standards are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Education

Degree qualification

Tools

LPCB Certification

FHC Certification

Job description

Job Description

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with a turnover of £1.7bn and over 50,000 colleagues. We deliver innovative, award-winning services to the public and private sectors. Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be.

This role is within our Technical Services division.

Working at OCS offers an excellent opportunity to start or grow your career in Facilities Management. We aim to be an ‘Employer of Choice’ in our sector and invest in our colleagues' personal and professional development through funded training programs aligned with their roles.

About The Role:

Days of Working: Monday to Friday

Shift Pattern: 08:00 to 17:00

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage operations and budgets for contract management and customer relations, leading a team to deliver sprinkler engineering contracts.
• Provide leadership and oversight to service, design, and project teams.
• Ensure health & safety standards are followed at all times.
• Deliver contracts based on advanced technical engineering standards and solutions.
• Support compliance processes to meet relevant standards, working with QHSE and internal teams.
• Lead internal and external audits.
• Maintain strong customer relationships, ensuring exceptional service and collaboration.
• Leverage relationships to enhance productivity and service quality.
• Establish performance management procedures with clear targets and reporting.

Essential Hiring Criteria:

• Right to work in the UK.
• Experience in the UK sprinkler industry, with knowledge of LPS 1048 and LPCB basic design certification.
• Possession of LPCB intermediate & FHC certifications.
• Degree qualification or extensive senior management experience.
• Knowledge of critical environment infrastructure, capital projects, and energy management.
• Strong commercial and financial skills.
• Decisive and able to work under pressure.
• Excellent management and communication skills for working with diverse teams.
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, with good time management and leadership skills.
• Creative problem solver.
• Note: Security clearance may be required.

How to Apply:

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We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applicants from diverse backgrounds to contribute to our goals.