Hybrid Operations Manager – Solar Installations

Solar Path; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Competitive salary

Bonus structure for targets

Shape operations function as company –

Job summary

Solar Path is seeking a highly organised Operations Manager to bridge the gap between sales and installation from Cork. The role is hybrid, combining home-based planning with office coordination.

You will oversee the solar installation pipeline, ensuring smooth progression from sale to completion. The ideal candidate has proven experience in scheduling, logistics, and project coordination, preferably in solar or construction, with proficiency in spreadsheets and solar design tools.

Qualifications

• Location based in or near Cork (hybrid flexibility).
• Full-time employment.
• Proven experience in operational scheduling, logistics, or project coordination (solar or construction preferred).
• Comfort with spreadsheets, scheduling, stock management systems, and quick to learn new software.
• Familiarity with solar design software (e.g., Aurora, PV*SOL, OpenSolar) or related tools.
• Hold a full clean driving licence; willing to visit sites for eyes-on assessments.

Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Review: create solar roof designs and final installation specs.
• Customer & Team Liaison: confirm installation details with customers and sales; serve as main contact during delivery.
• Scheduling & Allocation: plan installations weeks ahead and assign crew to projects.
• Daily Problem-solving: troubleshoot live issues and adjust schedules as needed.
• Inventory & Procurement: monitor stock, place orders, and forecast upcoming needs.
• Process & Improvement: implement systems and records to scale operations.
• Trouble shooting: manage initial service requests and technical queries.
• Health & Safety: act as Health and Safety Officer for the company.

Skills

Highly organised

Time management

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Clear communication

Commercial awareness

Self-motivated

Tools

Spreadsheets

Scheduling tools

Stock management systems

Job description

Solar Path is seeking a highly organised Operations Manager to bridge the gap between sales and installation from Cork. The role is hybrid, combining home-based planning with office coordination.

You will oversee the solar installation pipeline, ensuring smooth progression from sale to completion. The ideal candidate has proven experience in scheduling, logistics, and project coordination, preferably in solar or construction, with proficiency in spreadsheets and solar design tools.