Site Operations Lead / Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Adecco; Swindon; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Site Operations Lead / Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract in Swindon. The role involves managing assembly and warehouse operations, ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations, and leading a team to achieve operational excellence. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and strong IT skills. Benefits include competitive salary, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

6% pension contribution

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years managing assembly, warehouse, and transport functions.
• Experience with overseas distribution is a plus.
• Strong IT skills, especially with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of assembly and warehouse to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation.
• Lead and develop the operations team.
• Oversee staffing and inventory levels.
• Coordinate accurate documentation for shipments.
• Build relationships with global suppliers and shipping partners.
• Report on site performance metrics.

Skills

Operational management

Health and safety knowledge

Quality management

IT skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant managerial experience (min 5 years)

Formal health and safety qualification (desirable)

Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015

Job description

Overview

Site Operations Lead / Manager – 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: Swindon | Contract Type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract | Working Pattern: Full Time | Salary: £48,000 - £55,000

Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in a dynamic organisation that specialises in delivering top-notch power quality solutions for diverse markets? We are seeking a dedicated Site Operations Lead / Manager to oversee our assembly and warehouse operations in Swindon, ensuring that we exceed customer expectations across the UK and Europe.

About Us

We provide comprehensive power quality solutions, including isolation transformer-based power conditioners and UPS solutions, tailored for the medical, industrial, and retail technology sectors.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence: Manage the day-to-day operations of our small assembly and warehouse, ensuring efficient processes to meet the needs of our customers.
• Customer Focused: Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and colleagues to deliver exceptional service.
• Compliance Champion: Ensure compliance with Health & Safety legislation and uphold our local Quality Management System.
• Team Leadership: Lead, coach, and develop your team to work efficiently, fostering a collaborative and motivated environment.
• Strategic Coordination: Oversee staffing and inventory levels to optimise working capital while meeting customer demands.
• Documentation Management: Coordinate the team to ensure accurate documentation for domestic and export shipments.
• Supplier Relations: Build and maintain relationships with a global supplier base and shipping partners.
• Performance Reporting: Provide regular reports on site performance, demonstrating our commitment to key metrics.

What You Bring

• Experience: A minimum of 5 years managing assembly, warehouse, and transport functions.
• Health & Safety Knowledge: A formal qualification is desirable, alongside experience with overseas distribution.
• Quality Management: Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and internal auditing experience is a plus.
• Tech Savvy: Strong IT skills to streamline operations and processes. Great with Excel!
• Communication Skills: Excellent ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, influencing and collaborating effectively.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: High attention to detail with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Team Player: Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a rewarding salary that reflects your expertise and contributions.
• Generous Leave: Benefit from 25 days of annual leave to recharge and relax.
• Pension Contribution: Secure your future with a 6% pension contribution.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous improvement and career growth in a supportive environment.

If you\'re passionate about operations management and eager to lead a team dedicated to delivering exceptional power quality solutions, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our mission to exceed customer expectations!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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Job Info

• Job Title: Site Operations Lead / Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract
• Company: Adecco
• Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
• Posted: Oct 16th 2025
• Closes:
• Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying
• Contract: Contract
• Hours: Full Time

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