Operations Manager

Vertiv; Derry/Londonderry; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Vertiv Campsie factory seeks an Operations Manager to partner with Plant Manager and Ops Director, driving customer-focused performance improvements and safety culture at the Campsie site in Northern Ireland.

You will lead cross-functional teams, deliver on KPI targets and shape a high-performing organisation through continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in manufacturing or similar environments.
• Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams.
• Experience leading continuous improvement initiatives (Lean/Six Sigma desirable).
• Excellent communication, problem solving and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse processes and implement effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to enhance site performance, efficiency and safety culture.
• Drive operational excellence through measurable continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support delivery of site KPIs and budget targets with cost control.
• Lead forecasting across metrics like customer demand and resource planning.
• Define and implement improvement projects to boost competitiveness and efficiency.
• Champion change management and foster a high-performance culture.

Skills

Leadership

Change management

Communication

Problem solving

Process analysis

Education

Engineering/Biz/Operations degree

Job description

Job Description

Our Campsie factory specializes in the manufacturing of Vertiv PowerBoard low and medium voltage switchgear, serving critical infrastructure needs across data centers, industrial facilities, and commercial buildings and Vertiv Unify integrated platform software.

As the Operations Manager, you will act as a key senior leader, supporting the Plant Manager and Operations Director to deliver on customer needs while continuously improving performance across all operational areas. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful change, shape high-performing teams, and influence the future of site operations.

Join Vertiv and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, performance, and a strong safety culture across our site in Campsie, Northern Ireland.

Role Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leadership to enhance site performance, efficiency, and safety culture
• Drive operational excellence through measurable continuous improvement initiatives
• Support delivery of site KPIs and budget targets, ensuring effective cost control
• Lead forecasting activities across multiple metrics, including customer demand and resource planning
• Define and implement improvement projects that enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency
• Champion change management and foster a high-performance culture across all teams
• Evaluate existing processes and introduce smarter, more efficient ways of working
• Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure optimal process performance
• Lead and support critical business improvement projects
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet organisational goals and deadlines
• Support organisational design and workforce planning aligned to business needs
• Provide expert input into corporate initiatives, policy reviews, and change programmes
• Promote employee engagement, motivation, and a people‑first culture
• Support HR on industrial relations matters when required

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing, production, or similar environment
• Strong track record of building and developing high-performing teams
• Experience leading change and delivering continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma desirable)
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and organisational skills
• Ability to analyse processes and implement effective solutions
• Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Management, or a related field (preferred)
• Equivalent industry experience will also be considered

This is an onsite role at our growing palnt in Campsie, Derry where you will be part of a team of 3 Operations Managers supporting the Plant Manager

About Us

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS

Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High‑Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer‑First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission‑critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

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