Operations Manager

Wallace Myers International; Kildare; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic engineering company based in Ireland is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take charge of day-to-day operations. In this key leadership position, the candidate will drive operational efficiency, ensure timely project delivery, and maintain high standards of safety and performance. Ideal candidates should possess proven operational management experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to foster continuous improvement in a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to lead operations

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of operational processes and project management.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational activities and ensure timely project delivery.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic planning.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Leadership skills

Team management

Operational processes understanding

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join our team and take ownership of day‑to‑day operations within a dynamic engineering environment. This is a key leadership position focused on driving operational efficiency, ensuring project delivery, and maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational activities, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Implement and monitor KPIs to optimize operational performance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Operations Manager.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent understanding of operational processes, project management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions to improve performance.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead and shape operations in a growing engineering business.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.