Site Operations Leader - Safety, Compliance & Performance

QinetiQ Limited; Rochford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension and life assurance

Generous holiday allowance

Health & dental insurance

Job summary

QinetiQ Limited is seeking a Team Lead Operations Manager to oversee all activities at the Shoeburyness site, ensuring safety, compliance and efficient operation. You will deputise for the Head of Site, manage budgets and work with Programme, Operations and Facilities teams to meet regulatory and COMAH requirements.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in high-hazard environments, strong stakeholder communication, and a hands-on approach to continuous improvement and change

Qualifications

• Essential experience of the Team Lead Operations Manager:
• Leading the safe and secure operation of the site, managing issues impacting safety, security, reputation and operational performance
• Ensuring hazardous activities comply with HSE, MOD and licensing requirements while supporting OME trials and range operations
• Managing the site budget, controlling expenditure against forecasts and implementing corrective actions when required
• Acting as the focal point for all daily site matters, overseeing supporting functions and deputising for the Head of Site as needed
• Maintaining physical and information security, managing business risks and continuity plans, and driving continuous improvement through lessons learned and best practice
• Ensuring COMAH compliance, supporting Major Accident Hazard risk management, Safety Report submissions, and identifying and escalating regulatory compliance gaps
• Good understanding of health, safety and environmental legislation, standards and industry best practices
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, both internally and externally
• Demonstrated experience delivering safe, efficient and well-maintained facility operations
• Experienced in functional and delivery management within a matrix management environment
• Proven track record of working in high-hazard environments while maintaining operational compliance
• Experience driving process improvement initiatives and leading organisational change management activities
• Full UK Drivers Licence and access to own car
• We value difference and we don't have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• This role is 37 hours per week based at our Shoeburyness site and is fully on-site.
• Shoeburyness QinetiQ Shoeburyness is a significant test and evaluation facility specialising in defence and security technologies.
• The site is focused on Environmental Testing including the evaluation of various ordnance, explosives and related systems.
• Implementing measures to ensure that testing activities comply with environmental regulations and minimise ecological impact.

Skills

Leadership

Safety management

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Stakeholder communication

Operations management

Job description

QinetiQ Limited is seeking a Team Lead Operations Manager to oversee all activities at the Shoeburyness site, ensuring safety, compliance and efficient operation. You will deputise for the Head of Site, manage budgets and work with Programme, Operations and Facilities teams to meet regulatory and COMAH requirements.

Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in high-hazard environments, strong stakeholder communication, and a hands-on approach to continuous improvement and change