Operations Manager

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Scotland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A commercial vegetation management company is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to manage a depot in South Lanarkshire, Scotland. This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, mentoring a team, and ensuring service delivery excellence. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a keen commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively. The position offers a salary of £50,000 plus bonuses, a company vehicle, and additional benefits.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Company pickup truck

Laptop and mobile phone

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Understanding of operational planning and equipment maintenance.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of depot operations and service delivery.
• Coordinate work schedules, logistics, and equipment usage.
• Manage client relationships and seek opportunities to enhance contracts.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Tools

CRM systems

Digital contract tracking

Job description

Operations Manager – Vegetation Management – South Lanarkshire, Scotland – Monday to Friday – £50,000 basic + Minimum £5,000 bonus + pickup truck + private healthcare + laptop & mobile

The Job

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to take charge of a growing depot in South Lanarkshire, Scotland, working within the commercial vegetation management sector. This role offers the chance to lead a dedicated team while playing a key role in the delivery of major infrastructure-related contracts.

The Company

This well-established business is recognised as a key player in the commercial grounds and vegetation management sector. Known for its reliable service and forward-thinking approach, the company continues to expand and is looking for a committed individual to take ownership of a strategically important depot.

The Role

Reporting directly to senior leadership, you will manage the day-to-day operations of the depot, ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of services while leading a team of 12+ staff including a Contracts Supervisor, Team Leaders, Operatives, and Tractor Drivers.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of depot operations and service delivery
• Coordinate work schedules, logistics, and equipment usage
• Recruit, mentor, and support staff development
• Ensure machinery and vehicles are maintained and compliant
• Manage client relationships and seek opportunities to enhance contracts
• Monitor performance via internal digital systems
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and contract records
• Deliver work safely, on time, and within budget
• Maintain a commercial focus to support growth and profitability

The Candidate

• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Understanding of operational planning and equipment maintenance
• Familiarity with digital contract tracking or CRM systems
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Commercial awareness with the ability to identify efficiencies
• Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset and a drive to grow the depot
• Flexible and open to occasional travel or overnight stays

The Package

• Basic salary of £50,000, with a minimum £5,000 performance bonus
• Company pickup truck, private healthcare, laptop, and mobile phone
• Monday to Friday working hours with a degree of flexibility
• Opportunity to lead within a growing, supportive, and dynamic business

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].