Field Operations Lead – Manage 25+ Technicians Onsite

SSE Enterprise; Swindon; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK seeks an Operations Manager to oversee a team delivering critical infrastructure projects. The role involves managing up to 25 field-based staff, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and driving productivity improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong operational background, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to team management. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, including access to a vehicle for work-related travel.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Gym membership discounts

Wellbeing benefits like online GP access

Interest-free loans on tech

Generous family entitlements

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing operational teams, ideally in a field-based or industrial environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive in performance management, confident with data and IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team to deliver outstanding customer service and meet standards.
• Oversee daily operations to ensure safety, efficiency, and high quality.
• Manage team performance across safety, compliance, and welfare.

Skills

Operational management experience

Strong leadership skills

Effective communication

Data-driven performance management

Job description

A leading energy company in the UK seeks an Operations Manager to oversee a team delivering critical infrastructure projects. The role involves managing up to 25 field-based staff, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance, and driving productivity improvements. Ideal candidates will have a strong operational background, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to team management. The company offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth, including access to a vehicle for work-related travel.