Operations Manager

Sunblink Ltd-GRN; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Lisburn is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee site performance and lead a large operational team. This role emphasizes health & safety compliance, continuous improvement initiatives, and requires a strong leadership background in logistics or distribution management. With a competitive salary and enhanced benefits, this position offers genuine autonomy and opportunities for long-term career development.

Benefits

Smartphone and laptop

Company contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Long-term career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Site Operations, Logistics or Distribution Management role.
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety and operational compliance.
• Confidence leading change in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Full responsibility for the day-to-day performance of the site.
• Oversight of health & safety compliance, training and audits.
• Management of performance metrics, productivity and cost control.
• Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations.

Skills

Leadership capability

Health & safety knowledge

Continuous improvement mindset

Collaboration skills

ERP and WMS system knowledge

Job description

Operations Manager

Lisburn
£55,000 - £58,000 + Enhanced Benefits + Bonus

Are you a proven leader in the Warehouse/Logistics sector? Are you keen to kick off 2026 with the next step in your career?

Due to continued growth within a well-established logistics and distribution operation based in Lisburn, we are supporting the appointment of an experienced Operations Manager. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for site performance, people, compliance and continuous improvement.

The successful individual will take ownership of site logistics operations, facilities and services, ensuring all activity is carried out safely, efficiently and in line with company and statutory requirements. This role offers genuine autonomy and the opportunity to drive positive change across a large, multi-function operation.

The Role

• Full responsibility for the day-to-day performance of the site
• Leadership, development and engagement of a large operational team
• Oversight of health & safety compliance, training and audits
• Management of performance metrics, productivity and cost control
• Delivery of continuous improvement initiatives across logistics operations
• Responsibility for site facilities, plant, equipment and security
• Delivery of site projects on time and to standard
• Liaison with internal stakeholders and external bodies

What You'll Need

• Proven experience in a Site Operations, Logistics or Distribution Management role
• Strong leadership capability with high emotional intelligence
• Excellent knowledge of health & safety and operational compliance
• Experience using ERP and WMS systems
• A process-driven, continuous improvement mindset
• Confidence leading change in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative and people-focused leadership style

What's in It for You

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Smartphone and laptop
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities

If you're keen to further your career in 2026, we'd love to speak with you. Apply confidentially today by clicking APPLY NOW or give us a call on #removed#.

GRN Search Group is a specialist recruitment consultancy working within the Supply Chain Industry and covers roles within: Transport & Logistics, Freight & Customs, Distribution & Storage and Procurement & Supply Chain.

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