Head of Operations

Serve Talent; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Head of UK Operations to manage multiple manufacturing sites. This senior leadership role involves driving operational efficiency and fostering a strong safety culture. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in manufacturing leadership, particularly in electronics or automotive sectors, along with strong leadership and communication skills. A competitive salary and excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to influence strategic direction

Career development and growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role.
• Track record of managing multi-site operations.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all UK manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
• Drive operational efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Collaborate with procurement, technical, and finance departments.

Skills

Leadership

Operational efficiency

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Degree in Business Management or equivalent experience

Job description

Head of UK Operations - Manufacturing

Location: Diss, Norfolk

Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 + excellent benefits

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Are you a strategic and hands‑on leader with a passion for operational excellence? We are partnering with a leading manufacturing business to recruit a Head of UK Operations to oversee their manufacturing activities across multiple UK sites.

This is a senior leadership role where you will drive performance, maintain high safety standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Your leadership will play a pivotal role in shaping the business's success and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all UK manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
• Foster a strong safety culture, working closely with the SHEQ team.
• Drive operational efficiency, quality, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Mentor and develop senior management teams (5 direct reports, c.50 indirect).
• Ensure operations are fully aligned with company strategy.
• Oversee performance management and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with procurement, technical, and finance departments.
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision‑making.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior manufacturing leadership role.
• Background in electronics, automotive, or similar technical manufactured products preferred.
• Track record of managing multi‑site operations.
• Degree in Business Management or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills.
• Deep understanding of manufacturing processes and systems.
• Experience in EHS/SHEQ (IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent preferred).
• Excellent communication, performance management, and process improvement skills.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence strategic direction at a senior level.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.
• Career development and growth within an ambitious business.

If you are a senior manufacturing leader ready to take your career to the next level and make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.