Operations Director

Perfect Placement; Oldham; On-site; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Operations Director for a role in Oldham. The ideal candidate will oversee operations across multiple automotive repair branches, ensuring high performance and compliance. Strong leadership, operational management expertise, and a passion for customer satisfaction are essential. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £60,000 per annum plus bonuses and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Performance-related bonus

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven senior leadership experience within a multi-site automotive or service-based environment.
• Strong commercial awareness and operational management expertise.
• Excellent people leadership and communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations across multiple vehicle repair branches.
• Drive customer service standards and compliance.
• Manage workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Lead and mentor branch managers and team leaders.

Skills

Senior leadership experience

Operational management expertise

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Customer satisfaction

Job description

Overview

Operations Director Needed in Oldham. Location: Oldham. Working Hours: Monday to Friday, full-time. Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum + car allowance + performance bonus (up to £66,000 OTE). This role is with one of the UK's leading independent vehicle repair specialists, supporting a growing senior management team. The organisation is multi-branch, values quality workmanship, loyal customers, and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with car allowance and performance-related bonus
• Excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, team-focused culture
• Be part of a successful, values-led, and growing independent business

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple vehicle repair branches
• Drive operational performance, customer service standards, and compliance
• Manage workshop productivity, workflow, scheduling, and resource allocation
• Develop and implement scalable systems and standard operating procedures
• Lead, mentor, and support branch managers and team leaders
• Analyse performance data to enhance efficiency, quality, and profitability
• Collaborate with the Managing Director on strategic planning and business development
• Ensure adherence to health & safety and environmental regulations

What We're Looking For

• Proven senior leadership experience within a multi-site automotive or service-based environment
• Strong commercial awareness and operational management expertise
• Excellent people leadership and communication skills
• Background in vehicle repair or automotive aftermarket highly desirable
• Analytical, organised, and proactive with a strategic mindset
• Passion for customer satisfaction and continuous improvement
• Full UK driving licence essential

How to Apply

If you are interested in hearing more about this Operations Director job in the Oldham area, please contact Cecily Calder at Perfect Placement Today.

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