Operations Support Lead (Engineering)

Adler & Allan Ltd; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Adler & Allan Ltd is seeking an Operations Support Manager in Portsmouth to lead and manage the Marlin Commercial SE team. This role requires strong leadership skills and a thorough knowledge of industry standards to deliver exceptional service to clients.

You will be responsible for overseeing projects, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations, and collaborating with various teams to maximise efficiency. The position offers a competitive salary and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Proven engineering background with hands on sector experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Organised, IT-savvy, and commercially aware.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the Marlin Commercial SE team.
• Plan, organise, and oversee projects in line with Quality Procedures.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and waste management regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Health and safety compliance

Interpersonal skills

Engineering background

ISO standards knowledge

Job description

Operations Support Manager – Farlington, Portsmouth – Permanent, full-time – Competitive salary plus benefits

Marlin Environmental is seeking a confident and capable Operations Support Lead to join our team. This is a pivotal role where you’ll lead operations, manage projects, and ensure compliance across our commercial division.

We’re looking for someone with resilience, strong leadership skills, and a thorough knowledge of the industry to help us deliver excellence to our customers and achieve company objectives.

More about the role:

• Lead and supervise the Marlin Commercial SE team, ensuring efficient use of personnel and resources
• Plan, organise, and oversee projects in line with Marlin Environmental Services Quality Procedures
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and waste management regulations, working closely with the SHEQ team
• Conduct site inspections, risk assessments, surveys, and reports to maintain high standards of safety and quality
• Investigate and record incidents, accidents, and complaints, identifying hazards and reducing risks
• Chair meetings, toolbox talks, and ensure accurate completion of documentation to customer satisfaction
• Collaborate with other teams across the business and E&E group to deliver joint projects and maximise resource utilisation

Qualifications

About you:

• Proven engineering background with hands on sector experience
• Extensive knowledge of ship systems and maintenance programmes
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with colleagues, workforce and clients at all levels
• Experienced in production of accurate quotations and reports in a concise and timely manner as demanded by the customer
• Ability to perform under multiple pressures
• Organised, IT-savvy, commercially aware
• Excellent working knowledge of ISO standards
• Understanding and knowledge of health and safety at work, experience of implementing safe systems of work, with a track record of managing the health and wellbeing of operational staff

Additional Information

Adler and Allan are committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We proudly embrace equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. If you require any support with your application, whatever the circumstance, please let us know.