Operations Manager

RT Consulting; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an accomplished Operations Manager to contribute to critical defence programmes. This role requires a dynamic leader, preferably with a background as an ex-Navy Commander, who can oversee facilities management, engage stakeholders, and lead strategic initiatives. As part of a dedicated consultancy team, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding national security while driving sustainable change across complex projects. Join a supportive community that values diversity and offers opportunities for professional growth and continued deployment across various sectors.

Benefits

Dedicated Relationship Manager

Continued guidance & support

First priority for complex programmes

Social meet ups

Birthday hampers

Deployment opportunities across industries

Qualifications

• Experience in estate management and operational leadership is essential.
• Background in strategic roles within naval or joint headquarters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facilities management operations ensuring high standards.
• Lead contract and supplier management for effective service delivery.
• Engage stakeholders to foster collaboration across defence programmes.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Operational Leadership

Strategic Planning

Contract Management

Facilities Management

Job description

Operations Manager – SC Cleared - Defence

We are seeking an accomplished Operations Manager, ideally an ex-Navy Commander with experience in estate management, stakeholder engagement, and project or operational leadership. A background in strategic staff roles, providing high-level support within naval or joint headquarters, would be highly valued.

This role will contribute to one of the UK's most critical defence programmes. As trusted partners to organisations in the defence sector, our teams play a pivotal role in safeguarding national security.

Long Term Programme

Multiple locations: Plymouth

£230 - £350 per day (Inside IR35)

RT Consulting are an established Silver ERS armed forces covenant SME, we are a Management Consultancy with over 15 years' experience in driving innovation and transformation in key sectors, including Defence, Local & Central Government, Policing and Transport. As a result of continued success, we are expanding our society of consultants to fulfil current and future demands from our defence portfolio, particularly one of the largest Defence frameworks within the UK which we have proudly been supporting for over 5 years.

Our consultants are deployed into largescale Programmes/Projects to bring expert knowledge to drive sustainable and long-term change and add value to each project/programme.

We are looking for experience across the following:

• Oversee Facilities Management Operations: Ensure the effective management and upkeep of facilities, maintaining high standards of operational readiness and compliance.
• Contract and Supplier Management: Lead the selection, negotiation and monitoring of suppliers and contractors, ensuring service delivery meets organisational requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering collaboration and clear communication across defence programmes.
• Project and Operational Leadership: Manage and coordinate key projects, ensuring timelines, budgets and objectives are met while maintaining operational efficiency.
• Strategic Planning and Implementation: Develop and execute strategic initiatives to support organisational goals, leveraging experience in high-pressure and complex environments.

What does it mean to be a part of the RT Society?

Our consultants are an integral part of our business, we want to give you the opportunity to join the RT Society and have the chance to deliver into some of the most complex and sensitive programmes in defence.

• Dedicated Relationship Manager
• Continued guidance & support throughout your project
• First priority for complex and sensitive programmes
• Social meet ups
• Birthday hampers
• Continued deployment opportunities across a variety of industries

RT Consultants can work across some of the largest, most complex programmes of work being delivered across the UK and Globally. As a member of our RT Society, we aim to offer you as much support and project continuity as possible. Our RT Society, which is made up of our interim and permanent consultants, offer specialist expertise across our capability areas of expertise such as Project Management, Procurement, Commercial, Planning and Cost, to deliver real strategic and innovative solutions to our partners.

We are committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and dignity, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and empowered. We strive to ensure a fair, respectful, and inclusive work environment and value diverse perspectives by ensuring equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, or background.

By promoting equality and diversity, we aim to create an inclusive environment for our employees to thrive and succeed.