Operations Manager

OCU; Stockport; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical engineering is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across multiple projects. This role involves ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and client satisfaction while leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in operations management within the engineering sector and relevant qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8-10 years in operations or project management.
• Proven track record managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Maintain a high-performing operations team through effective leadership.
• Drive operational efficiency through effective planning and resource management.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Project Management

Education

NVQ Level 6

SMSTS

IOSH/NEBOSH

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

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Integrum Power Engineering - Part of the OCU Group, is an electrical engineering design & build contractor and ICP specialising in high voltage power transmission & distribution projects. Our industry sectors include utilities, renewable energy, rail and private networks. We offer engineering services across the full project life-cycle, from feasibility studies and design through to installation, commissioning and asset management.

About The Job

Are you looking for a career where you can develop and grow? Perhaps you are ready for the next step? A real chance to define your career the way you want?

The Operations Manager will sit within the Operations Support Function and play a key role in overseeing the day-to-day operational delivery across multiple projects and workstreams. This role is responsible for ensuring that all operational activities are executed efficiently, safely, and in line with programme, cost, and quality expectations.

The Operations Manager will work closely with project teams, clients, and internal departments to drive performance, ensure compliance, and support the strategic growth of the business.

As Operations Manager, You Will Be Accountable For

• Opportunity to drive and shape your career the way you see fit!
• Operational Delivery: Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
• Team Performance: Maintain a high-performing operations team through effective leadership and support.
• Compliance: Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and industry standards.
• Client Satisfaction: Foster strong client relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction throughout project delivery.
• Efficiency: Drive operational efficiency through effective planning, coordination, and resource management.
  
  

What do you need to be considered?

• Minimum of 8–10 years of experience in operations or project management within the engineering or construction industry.
• Proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams and delivering complex projects.
• In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Relevant qualifications in construction, engineering, or operations management (e.g., NVQ Level 6, SMSTS, IOSH/NEBOSH
  
  

As a Person, We Would Love It If

• You have excellent communication and teamworking abilities.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in project and operations management tools and software.
  
  

What happens next?

If the above sounds like you, then please apply for the role. If you are suitable, I will contact you to provide more details like salary, package, benefits and some more information about the company. If you love what you hear, we have a real simple interview process.

• Our first stage consists of a video call with our hiring manager - An opportunity for you both to find out more about each other.
• An in person meeting to see where you will be working.
  
  

That's it! Your bright future with us begins.

Company Information

OCU leads the way in end-to-end infrastructure engineering in the utilities, digital, and energy markets, specialising in safely and efficiently delivering complex client requirements. Our breadth of capabilities and depth of operational capacity, paired with our cutting-edge technology, ensure that we are not just part of the market; we are leading it.

Working directly with many of the country’s leading power, energy transition, water, telecoms and digital clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Utilities

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