Head of Operations

JobsTrackR; England; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering manufacturing firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Operations to lead site operations, drive efficiency, and support business growth. The ideal candidate will have experience in engineering or electromechanical manufacturing and a proven track record in plant management. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £100,000, plus bonus and relocation benefits.

Benefits

Bonus benefits

Relocation package

Signing on bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Proven record in plant/site management leading sizeable teams.
• Career progression with strong leadership and operational experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of site operations including production and quality.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Manage budgets and performance metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Operational excellence

Supply chain management

Continuous improvement

Job description

Head of Operations – Up to £100k Bonus Benefits Relocation Package Signing On Bonus

We are looking for an experienced Head of Operations to lead a high-performing engineering manufacturing business. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned leader to oversee operations, drive efficiency, and support business growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leading all aspects of site operations, including production, quality, supply chain, and workforce management.
• Driving operational excellence, lean initiatives, and continuous improvement.
• Managing budgets, performance metrics, and alignment with organisational objectives.
• Supporting the development and motivation of direct and indirect reports.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.

Candidate Requirements:

• Candidates with experience in engineering or electromechanical manufacturing.
• Experience working for businesses with a turnover of 20M.
• Proven track record in plant/site management, leading sizeable teams and operations.
• Steady career progression with strong leadership and operational experience.

Package: Up to £100,000 per year plus bonus, benefits, relocation package, and signing-on bonus.

This role is perfect for a results-driven leader ready to make an impact in a growing manufacturing business who supply into an extremely future-proof industry.