Operations Director

Elliot Marsh Head Hunting Partners; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading installer of solar PV and gas boilers seeks an Operations Director in Birmingham to oversee operations and ensure compliance with ECO standards. This strategic leadership role involves managing teams and driving process optimizations, directly contributing to the company's growth in low-carbon technologies.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

Hybrid/flexible working options

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with ECO scheme and submissions/compliance processes.
• Proven leadership in the energy, heating, or renewables sector.
• Knowledge of solar PV and gas boiler operations is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations related to solar PV and gas boiler installations.
• Lead submissions and compliance team, ensuring timely processing.
• Drive performance and compliance with TrustMark and ECO standards.

Skills

Leadership

Operations Management

Compliance Knowledge

Process Optimization

Job description

Are you interested in Powering Homes. Protecting the Planet. Scaling Smart If so, our client has an exciting opportunity for an Operations Director to join them.

Location: Birmingham, Hybrid Working AvailableSalary: £60,000 per annum plus bonus

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About Us:

Our client is a TrustMark-accredited and rapidly expanding installer of solar PV and gas boilers, based in Birmingham and operating nationally. As a key player in delivering ECO-funded energy solutions, they are now looking for an experienced Operations Director to help scale their operations while maintaining gold-standard compliance.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a senior leadership role and make a real impact on their growth, processes, and the delivery of low-carbon technologies across the UK.

Operations Director - The Role:

You will lead and optimise the operations function. A critical part of your role will be managing the submissions and compliance team, ensuring flawless adherence to ECO (Energy Company Obligation) scheme requirements.

You'll report directly to the Managing Director and work closely with technical, finance, and commercial teams to drive delivery, streamline processes, and prepare the business for continued growth.

Operations Director - Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee all operational activity related to solar PV and gas boiler installations

- Lead and develop the submissions and compliance team, ensuring timely, accurate processing of ECO-funded installations

- Ensure full compliance with TrustMark, MCS, PAS2035, and ECO requirements

- Drive operational performance and delivery KPIs across field and office teams

- Implement scalable systems and workflows to support growth and compliance

- Manage relationships with funders, energy companies, and accreditation bodies

- Maintain excellent health & safety and customer satisfaction standards

- Contribute to strategic planning and work as a key member of the senior leadership team

Operations Director - You:

- Essential: Extensive experience with the ECO scheme (including ECO4) and the full submissions/compliance process

- Proven leadership in an operational role within energy, heating, or renewables

- Knowledge of solar PV and gas boiler is desirable

- TrustMark accreditation, and funding audits experience

- Experience managing operational teams, especially in high-growth environments

- Process-driven, with a passion for quality, efficiency, and sustainable outcomes

What We Offer:

- Strategic leadership role in a purpose-driven business

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus

- Hybrid/flexible working options

- 25 days holiday + bank holidays

- Training and development opportunities

- A collaborative team committed to positive environmental impact

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