District Operations Manager

Holcim; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a District Operations Manager to lead multiple concrete plants, ensuring safe and efficient operations. This role requires a strategic vision and strong leadership skills to manage a diverse team and drive operational improvements. You will be responsible for developing operational plans, overseeing budgets, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and sustainability, and be part of a team committed to building a better future for communities and the planet.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Access to well-being initiatives

Learning and development programs

Recognition and service awards

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction-related industries.
• Proven leadership in managing multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Developing strategic operational plans and budgets for the district.
• Managing and coaching Area Operations Managers.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Operational Improvement

Cost Management

Communication

Education

Degree in Engineering

Degree in Business Management

Degree in Operations

Tools

SAP

Excel

MS Project

Word

Job description

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About Holcim

Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, dedicated to enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure, and improving living standards worldwide. Sustainability is at the core of our strategy, striving to become a net-zero company with our people and communities at the heart of our success. Our journey is powered by 70,000 talented individuals passionate about building progress for people and the planet.

About the Role

The District Operations Manager leads the safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations of multiple concrete plants within their district. Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, they oversee Area Operations Managers, Site/Project Coordinators, and Project Managers for key projects, acting as the escalation point and managing interfaces between commercial, operations, and logistics. The role emphasizes operational efficiency, project management, leadership, continuous improvement, and customer service, requiring strategic vision, talent development, and operational excellence to enhance project capabilities and collaboration with contractors.

You will be responsible for

1. Developing strategic operational plans and budgets for the district.
2. Providing timely reports, including variance analysis and action plans, to the Regional Operations Manager.
3. Delivering district-level and plant operational budgets, ensuring cost efficiencies across production, maintenance, and distribution.
4. Managing and coaching Area Operations Managers, ensuring accountability and team development.
5. Overseeing financial performance and implementing cost-reduction strategies.
6. Leading a diverse team to maintain safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations, fostering a high-performance culture.
7. Delivering exceptional customer satisfaction aligned with client expectations.
8. Driving innovation and operational improvements in a competitive market.
9. Continuously improving plant performance, cost control, and team capabilities.
10. Managing priorities and resources to achieve district and organizational goals.

About you

• Degree in Engineering, Business Management, or Operations is highly desirable.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction-related industries, preferably concrete or aggregates.
• Proven leadership in managing multi-site operations.
• Hands-on experience in operational improvement, cost management, and SHE compliance.
• Strategic and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience with SAP, Excel, Word, MS Project.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Employee discounts.
• Access to well-being initiatives.
• Learning and development programs and career progression.
• Recognition and service awards.

Holcim People

Our people are passionate about finding better ways to build, embracing innovation with a pioneering spirit. We foster an inclusive, high-performance environment where individuals can be themselves, promoting diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to fair treatment, respecting human rights and non-discrimination, as outlined in our Code of Business Conduct. Holcim does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies in response to job postings.