Operations Director - Network Access Products

Cubis Systems is a global leader in the design, engineering and manufacture of network access products for the infrastructure, utility and construction markets. Headquartered in Northern Ireland, Cubis is part of the €27 billion CRH Group and operates from multiple sites across the UK and Ireland, exporting to over 30 countries worldwide. Our market‑leading brands, Cubis Systems, NAL, and FILOform, supply smart, safe, and sustainable product solutions to a range of construction sectors. Through innovation, we enable construction partners to optimise efficiency and safety through pioneering products designed for simplicity, speed, and reliability.

What We Offer:

• Company pension contribution
• A range of healthcare options
• Competitive holidays, including Christmas shutdown
• Employee Committees for Health & Wellbeing and Inclusion & Diversity
• Employee referral programme
• Enhanced Family friendly policies
• Career development opportunities across IPE and the wider CRH Group

Role Overview:

The Operations Director is responsible for the end‑to‑end operational and safety performance across all Network Access Products (NAP) operating locations. This includes leading a team of senior individuals across all areas of Site Operations, Logistics, Asset Management and Project, capital and non‑capital, within the business. This leadership position reports directly to the Managing Director, leading the operational strategy and execution in these areas, to meet growth, margin, customer service and sustainability targets for Cubis Systems & NAL.

What our new ‘Operations Director - NAP’ will be doing:

• Lead the highest standards of safety, quality and best in class manufacturing performance, through the day‑to‑day management of the Director of Site Operations and partnership with the SHEQ Director (IPE) and their teams.
• Design and implement an operations strategy and roadmap, aligned to business goals, including but not limited to safety governance, quality improvement, cost management, delivery performance, and capital investment.
• Translate business strategic goals into in‑year performance, through full operational P&L ownership for annual operating plans and forecasting, budgets and measurable performance indicators in all areas of responsibility.
• Act as a strategic partner to the Managing Director and IPE Senior Leadership Team, providing advice and insight on operational performance, risk and investment priorities.
• Partner with the HR & Talent Director and Managing Director to ensure appropriate succession and mentoring plans are in place for the Director of Site Operations, Head of Projects and Assets and Head of Logistics.
• Ensuring robust performance management systems are in place and continuous improvement projects are implemented in all NAP operating locations (LEAN, Six Sigma, TPM).
• Lead the Head of Assets & Projects and partner with the Finance Director (IPE) on developing and ensuring the delivery of the capital investment strategy.
• Drive site automation plans, ensuring the Head of Assets & Projects and Director of Site Operations are engaged and strategically positioned to maximise automation projects.
• Lead the Head of Logistics to maximise delivery performance to customers and inter‑company movements.
• Partner with the Commercial Director (IPE), Sales Director (NAP) and Head of Innovation (NAP) as the main point of contact for all operational projects and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with the Procurement Manager to ensure robust supply chain in place.
• Partner with the Sales & Operations Planning Manager to ensure successful SIOP processes are implemented and controlled at operational level.
• Partner with the Head of Technology to ensure appropriate operational digital tools are in place.
• Daily, weekly and formal monthly reporting to Senior Leadership Team.
• Lead operational integrations & due diligence projects during acquisitions, as required.

The experience our new ‘Operations Director - NAP’ will have includes:

• Degree education in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Management or related field.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing large, complex budgets.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, project & change management skills.
• Ability to think and work strategically while willing to support hands on through operational management teams.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and decision‑making competencies.
• Must be flexible to travel across the UK & Ireland frequently, and at times, within Europe or globally, as required.
• Senior Operations or Manufacturing leadership experience, in a multi‑sited, fast‑paced and diverse environment.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing strategic operational transformation.
• Experience in M&A and leading integrations, opening manufacturing activities, relocating or closing locations.
• Proven experience of leading senior individuals, demonstrating ability to improve individual and team performance.
• Proven experience of leading significant investment programmes, from design to implementation.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their applications to recruitment@cubis-systems.com by Monday 17th August 2026.

Cubis Systems is an equal opportunity employer, which values differences in our people. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, and we provide equality through our career development opportunities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, nationality, age, and disability.