Operations Manager

Aspion; Bamber Bridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading metal recycling business in the UK is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee daily yard operations and lead a team of 10. The role involves planning and coordinating material movement, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and optimizing operational flow. This permanent full-time position offers a salary of £40,000-£50,000, along with generous vacation days and a respected work environment.

Benefits

22 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown

Permanent, full-time role

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a yard environment.
• Experience managing or supervising a team.
• Strong planning and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a team of 10 in a busy yard environment.
• Act as the central communication point between yard, transport team, and management.
• Plan and coordinate material movement in and out of the yard.

Skills

Planning and communication skills

Health & safety compliance awareness

Team management

Tools

FLT

Grab operations

Job description

Operations Manager

Location:

Industry: Metal Recycling

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Our client, a UK‑leading independent metal recycling business, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of daily yard operations and lead a team of 10. This is a hands‑on management role focused on operational flow, workforce coordination, safety, and smooth communication across the site.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing a team of 10 within a busy yard environment
• Acting as the central point of communication between the yard, transport team, management, and H&S
• Planning and coordinating material movement in and out of the yard
• Monitoring weekly throughput (currently #removed# tonnes per week)
• Ensuring all prepared materials are accurately recorded
• Driving efficiencies, productivity, and safe working practices
• Maintaining high standards of environmental and health & safety compliance
• Supporting with FLT and grab operations when required

Requirements

• Previous experience working within a yard environment
• Proven experience managing or supervising a team
• Strong planning and communication skills
• Keen awareness of health & safety and the ability to ensure full compliance
• FLT or grab experience beneficial

Package Details

• Salary: £40,000-£50,000 depending on level of experience
• 22 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
• Monday to Thursday: 08:00‑17:00 / Friday: 08:00‑15:30
• Permanent, full‑time role within a respected name in the industry.

To Contact Direct

Daniel Barnett
Senior Executive Consultant