HV Services Operations Leader | P&L & Safety

James Fisher and Sons plc; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking an Operations Manager for HV Services, UK-based with a flexible location. You will lead strategic operational delivery across WTG, Solar and HV cable service lines, owning P&L and driving safety, quality and service excellence.

You will partner with Operations Leads and Project Managers, oversee budgets, resource planning and risk management, and champion HSEQ standards while maintaining strong client engagement and reporting in accordance with contracts.

Qualifications

• Advanced technical knowledge of HV systems up to 400kV (familiar with WTG, Solar or HV cable systems).
• Experience in budget and P&L ownership.
• Proven track record in HSEQ compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Champion safety culture across all HV service operations.
• Hold full P&L accountability for HV service operations and projects.
• Drive sustainable profitability through operational efficiency and margin optimisation.
• Manage portfolio wide operational risks and report on risk for projects.
• Oversee quality of inspection, maintenance, fault response and operations across HV services.
• Lead and develop Project Managers and Engineers assigned to HV Services Projects.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Excellent communication

Leadership

Client relationships

Mentoring

Stakeholder management

Formal reporting

Job description

James Fisher and Sons plc is seeking an Operations Manager for HV Services, UK-based with a flexible location. You will lead strategic operational delivery across WTG, Solar and HV cable service lines, owning P&L and driving safety, quality and service excellence.

You will partner with Operations Leads and Project Managers, oversee budgets, resource planning and risk management, and champion HSEQ standards while maintaining strong client engagement and reporting in accordance with contracts.