c£45,000 - £50,000 + Performance Bonus + Car allowance + Pension
Ash Consulting are working with a well established engineering and installations business providing quality products to a large UK client base. An excellent opportunity has been created for an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership the company’s manufacturing and installations division.
The position will entail responsibility for engineers, scheduling, productivity, commercial performance and customer delivery/installation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for genuine autonomy and the chance to directly influence how a growing department operates and performs.
The business has built a strong reputation delivering access control, site accommodation and installation services across the UK and is now focused on further controlled growth across its operations. With an established team, direct access to senior management and ambitious plans for the division, they are looking for an experienced operational leader who can bring structure, accountability and commercial focus while maintaining the quality and customer service the business is known for.
As an Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the day-to-day delivery of manufacturing and installations, managing engineers, distribution, site staff and subcontractors as needed.
- Owning scheduling, engineer allocation and forward capacity planning while ensuring projects are fully prepared for installation
- Managing operational performance across productivity, lead times, quality, customer satisfaction, Health & Safety and compliance
- Reviewing labour, materials, project duration and profitability while reducing delays, revisits, remedial work and operational inefficiencies
The successful Operations Manager should have:
- Proven experience managing installation, engineering, construction or field-based operational teams
- Strong commercial awareness with experience managing labour, scheduling, productivity, project costs and operational performance
- Confident leadership skills with a practical understanding of Health & Safety, compliance, quality and customer expectations
Skilled people managerExcellent planning skillsSite and factory based skills (Manufacturing and Installations)
Operations Manager in Sheffield employer: Ash Consulting
Join a dynamic team at our well-established client, where you will not only hone your skills as a CNC Machinist but also enjoy a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With competitive pay, generous holiday allowances, and a commitment to training, this role offers a unique opportunity to advance your career in precision engineering while working in a collaborative environment. Located conveniently with free on-site parking, this position is perfect for those seeking meaningful employment in a thriving industry.
