Operations Manager - Uk

Failte Solar; Reading; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary based on experience

Company subsidised Health Insurance

Company Pension Scheme

Learning, development and career prog.

Job summary

Failte Solar is seeking an Operations Manager to lead and co-ordinate our UK operations across Redditch, Reading and Glasgow, reporting to the General Manager. You will drive operational excellence, inventory availability, logistics performance and cross-functional collaboration to support our expanding customer base.

Key responsibilities include overseeing daily operations, ensuring safety and quality, and developing KPIs to monitor performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Operations.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 regulations.
• Experience with ISO27001 and ISO14001 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple UK locations ensuring safety, quality, service, and delivery objectives.
• Drive performance through KPIs, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Plan resources and workforce according to business needs and seasonality.
• Foster accountability and development through coaching and mentoring.
• Collaborate with departments to align operations with business goals.
• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Continuous improvement

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Failte Solar is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Failte Solar UK is a branch of the global Failte Solar distribution network, specialising in renewable energy equipment for residential and commercial solar projects. We focus on Tier-1 solar panels, inverters, storage systems, EV chargers and mounting accessories.

Full Job Description:

Due to continued business growth, we are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead and co-ordinate our UK operations across a multi-location distribution network (Redditch, Reading,Glasgow). Reporting to the General Manager, this is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, inventory availability, logistics performance, customer service standards, and cross-functional collaboration to support our expanding customer base. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing business and play a significant role in shaping the future success of our UK operation.

Key Responsibilities to include:

Oversee daily operations, ensuring safety, quality, service, cost and delivery objectives are met

Ensure Compliance with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001 and ISO 14001

Drive Operational excellence through performance management and continuous improvement

Develop KPIs and management information to monitor performance

Plan resources and workforce according to business needs

Foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement among the team members

Support employee growth through coaching and mentoring

Collaborate across departments to achieve business goals

Identify operational risks and implement risk mitigation strategies

Skills and Experience Required :

Minimum 3 years' experience in Operations, preferably within a distribution environment

Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 regulations

Working knowledge of ISO27001 and ISO14001 regulations

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Proven track record in developing operational teams and enhancing performance

Working knowledge of ERP systems

Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively across multiple functions and levels of the organization

Company Benefits :

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Company subsidized Health Insurance
• Company Pension Scheme
• Learning, development and career progression opportunities