Senior Operations Manager

Reevr; Theale; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading engineering firm as a Senior Operations Manager and lead a thriving manufacturing site to new heights. This role demands strong leadership to manage a team of 75 and drive operational excellence while supporting international growth. If you're ready to leave a legacy in a fast-paced environment, apply now.

Benefits

Generous bonus

Career development opportunities

International exposure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior operations or plant management role.
• Experience managing sites with 75 employees and revenue of £50M.
• Background in engineering or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of 75 employees at a UK Electromechanical manufacturing site.
• Drive lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage operational KPIs including cost, quality, delivery, and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Management

Continuous Improvement

Team Management

Job description

Senior Operations Manager

£80,000 - £90,000 20% Bonus Excellent Benefits

UK-Based International Travel Future-Proof Industry

Ready to take the reins of a high-performing engineering manufacturing site and drive it to even greater heights?
This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic Senior Operations Managerto join a thriving engineering business that has experienced exceptional growth over the past 5 years and they're not slowing down. With continued investment and innovation, the future trajectory is exceptionally strong.
The Role:
As the Senior Operations Manageryou'll be responsible for the full operational spectrum: Production, OPEX, Quality, Supply Chain, Inventory, Scheduling, Shipping, HR, Finance, Sales, and Customer Service. Your mission? To lead and scale the site operations, embed lean practices, and ensure world-class performance while supporting the business’s ambitious global growth.
What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading a team of 75 employees at a busy UK Electromechanical manufacturing site.
• Owning operational KPIs including cost, quality, delivery, and safety.
• Driving lean and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborating cross-functionally with both UK and international teams.
• Leading the site through scale-up phases and transformation projects.
• Partners with Global OPEX manager to support and lead OPEX and lean initiatives, which drive process improvement. Champions and offers support for all Safety, Quality and Lean activities, including adoption and implementation.
• Ensure personal and professional development of direct reports. Effectively manage, develop, and motivate direct and indirect reports. Provide effective, constructive, and appropriate feedback and leadership to direct reports to foster positive, team atmosphere while establishing responsibilities and accountabilities that are clear and measurable. Foster a culture of accountability.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in a senior operations or plant management role.
• Managed sites with 75 employees and revenue of £50M
• Engineering or manufacturing industry background.
• Must have experience working in a Complex Electromechanical manufacturing Environment
• A hands-on leader who thrives in high-growth, matrixed environments.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Why Join?

• Be part of a high-growth, future-ready business.
• International exposure and career development opportunities.
• Generous bonus, benefits and progression path.

If you're a seasoned operations leader who can match strategy with execution and wants to leave a legacy at a business making big industry moves, this could be your next challenge.
Apply today to discuss this exciting opportunity in confidence.