Operations Site Leader

KinTec Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established industrial processing organisation seeks an experienced Operations Site Leader for its Crawley site. This pivotal role involves leading on-site operations, ensuring safety and compliance, and driving performance improvements within a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will enjoy a competitive salary of circa £80,000, along with a vehicle, bonus scheme, and benefits package.

Benefits

Vehicle

Bonus Scheme

Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in production, engineering, or industrial settings.
• Strong awareness of safety regulations; NEBOSH or IOSH certification advantageous.
• Resilient, solutions-focused, and able to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational activity across the site to meet production, quality, and safety goals.
• Champion health, safety, and compliance standards, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage and mentor on-site teams to promote high engagement and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Problem Solving

Education

HNC, HND or equivalent technical qualification

Job description

Operations Site Leader – South-East UK (Commutable from Crawley)
Permanent | Circa £80,000 + Vehicle + Bonus Scheme + Benefits Package

A well-established industrial processing organisation is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to take charge of one of its key UK sites. This is a high-impact, high-visibility role offering significant scope for operational leadership, team development, and continuous improvement.

The Opportunity
You will lead all on-site operations to ensure the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of output targets. This role suits a hands-on, decisive leader with a track record in driving performance and building strong site cultures within a manufacturing, processing, or engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all operational activity across the site to meet production, quality, and safety goals

• Champion health, safety, and compliance standards, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement

• Maintain and develop site infrastructure, equipment, and emergency preparedness systems

• Identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimise cost

• Manage and mentor on-site teams to promote high engagement and performance

• Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and coordinate cross-functional initiatives

• Report operational performance and support the strategic direction of the site

Candidate Profile

• HNC, HND, or equivalent technical qualification in a relevant discipline

• Proven leadership experience in a production, engineering, or industrial setting

• Strong awareness of safety regulations; NEBOSH or IOSH certification advantageous

• Skilled in communication, coaching, and driving team-based improvements

• Resilient, solutions-focused, and able to manage competing priorities

• Commercially aware with an ability to align site operations to broader business objectives

Why Apply?

• Play a pivotal leadership role in a respected and stable organisation

• Enjoy autonomy and direct influence over a high-value operation

• Be part of a performance-driven and safety-conscious leadership culture

• Excellent package including vehicle, bonus, and long-term development opportunities