Operations Manager - Power and Hire

JBS Global Resourcing; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading resourcing company in the UK seeks an Operations Manager to oversee critical power operations. Responsibilities include team leadership, logistics planning, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience in operational management within the electrical industry and a strong grasp of power equipment. A full UK driver's licence is required, along with a preference for formal engineering qualifications.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational management within critical power or electrical industries.
• Understanding of loadbanks, transformers, and UPS systems.
• Excellent skills in motivating and developing technical teams.
• Strong organisational and logistical coordination skills.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of engineers and technicians.
• Manage maintenance and repair of critical power equipment.
• Ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Plan and resource field service activities.
• Coordinate logistics for equipment preparation and site delivery.
• Promote Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with sales and project teams.
• Drive continuous improvement in operations.

Skills

Operational management

Technical understanding of power equipment

Leadership skills

Organisational abilities

Health & Safety practices

Education

Formal engineering qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised, hands-on Operations Manager to lead the Critical Power operations from end to end. This pivotal role oversees the maintenance, preparation, and deployment of high-value power assets — including loadbanks, transformers, generators and power distribution systems. If you thrive on operational excellence, team leadership, and delivering reliable critical power solutions under pressure, please do apply today.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Depot Engineers, Yard Hands, and Field Service Engineers.
• Manage the maintenance, repair, and testing of critical power equipment.
• Oversee the workshop and depot to ensure a safe, clean, and efficient working environment.
• Plan and resource all field service and project activities, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate logistics — from equipment preparation and dispatch to site delivery and return.
• Champion Health, Safety, and Environmental compliance with a zero-harm mindset.
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Project Management teams for seamless project handovers.
• Drive continuous improvement across operations, safety, and service standards.

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Proven experience in an operational management or senior technical role within critical power, generator, or electrical industries.
• Strong technical understanding of loadbanks, transformers, UPS systems, and power distribution equipment.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a small technical team.
• Outstanding organisational, planning, and logistical coordination abilities.
• A solid grasp of Health & Safety practices in workshop and site environments.
• Full, valid UK driver's licence.

Desirable:

• Formal engineering qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical discipline).
• IOSH or NEBOSH Health & Safety qualification.
• Experience in a hire or rental environment.
• Commercial awareness and resource planning experience.