Site Operations Manager - Desford (Safety & KPI Focus)

GXO Logistics, Inc; Barwell; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Company pension

Life assurance

Death in service

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead the Desford site, ensuring KPI delivery and safety standards while developing teams. The role supports one of the UK’s significant infrastructure projects and reports to coordinate with stakeholders.

The position is full-time, Mon-Fri, 06:00–18:00, 37.5 hours weekly, with some flexibility required in logistics operations.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in warehouse/distribution operations within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach and develop teams.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills, with stakeholder management experience.
• IT literacy and ability to learn new systems quickly; NEBOSH or CITB MAPS advantageous.
• A safety-first mindset with knowledge of HSEQ and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the site, managing teams, contractors, and visitors.
• Liaise with stakeholders to coordinate site operations and meet processing volumes.
• Lead from the front on service delivery, budgetary KPIs, and contractual commitments.
• Ensure all shift activities comply with SOPs, SSOWs, and safety procedures.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and career progression within your team.

Skills

Leadership

Operational excellence

Stakeholder management

IT literacy

Safety culture

NEBOSH MAPS advantageous

Tools

SOPs & SSOWs knowledge

Job description

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Site Operations Manager to lead the Desford site, ensuring KPI delivery and safety standards while developing teams. The role supports one of the UK’s significant infrastructure projects and reports to coordinate with stakeholders.

The position is full-time, Mon-Fri, 06:00–18:00, 37.5 hours weekly, with some flexibility required in logistics operations.