Operations Manager

Pertemps; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A major manufacturing company in the East Midlands seeks an Operations Manager to enhance business performance and foster a strong team culture. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring Health & Safety compliance, and mentoring staff. Required qualifications include a background in Metals/Heavy Engineering and an engineering degree. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000, bonus opportunities, and benefits, with a clear path for career progression.

Qualifications

• Tangible record of success in a Senior Management role within a Metals/Heavy Engineering Environment.
• Experience driving HSE in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and implement improvements.
• Manage and mentor diverse teams.
• Drive a strong culture of Health & Safety on site.
• Collaborate with sales teams to meet revenue targets.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Engagement & Empowerment

Education

Qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND)

NEBOSH/IOSH qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Majorly backed Manufacturer in the East Midlands are currently looking for an Operations Manager to join the team and drive the managerial team. With the business in a strong place and supplying into a number of different manufacturing sectors, you will be responsible for the continual improvement of the business whilst managing direct reports in Production, Logistics & Maintenance and supporting HR & the Commercial team.

Reporting into the General Manager, you will be a strong communicator and a key advocate for engagement with internal stakeholders, the workforce & external stakeholders. You will be a key ambassador for Quality, Health & Safety, People, Cost & Delivery and a key part of driving cultural change on site and within the Production team.

Strong order book & a profitable business – this represents a good opportunity.

Role Details

Role: Operations Manager

Salary: up to £60,000 (depending on experience) + bonus + benefits

Location: Derbyshire (commutable from Derby, Rotherham, Sheffield, Chesterfield, Nottingham, Mansfield)

Key Responsibilities for the Operations Manager

• Oversee day‑to‑day operations using the SQCDP review & implement improvements where possible.
• Develop and grow your direct reports and the team around you to build a positive and nurturing environment.
• Manage direct reports in Maintenance, Production, Transport as well as supporting Commercial & HR activity.
• Manage and mentor a diverse team, fostering engagement and professional growth.
• Drive a strong culture of Health & Safety on site.
• Collaborate with sales teams to meet revenue targets and identify market opportunities.
• Help implement a culture of process improvement with your management team.

Key Requirements for the Operations Manager

• Tangible record of success in a Senior Management role within a Metals/Heavy Engineering Environment.
• Qualification in Engineering (Degree, HNC, HND) – ideal.
• Formal qualification in NEBOSH/IOSH – ideal, or experience driving HSE in a regulated environment.
• Strong communication skills – key; forging strong relationships with your various direct reports.
• Engagement & Empowerment will be key to this role.

This is a great chance for the right Operations Manager to help a massively backed business continue its journey of success. You will be a well‑rounded leader who will be able to influence and develop the senior team around you. In return there is a good package available and a clear path of progression within the business.

Please apply online or contact Sandeep Dhillon for a confidential conversation.