Operations Director

The Vacancy

Geocore Site Investigations part of the RSK Group have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, permanent, Operations Director to join our team in Redcar, UK.

Geocore is a ground source drilling and site investigation specialist. Since 2000, we have refined our service offering and now specialise in ground source drilling, site investigation, including domestic ground investigation, foundation inspections, drainage CCTV and drainage repairs.

The Role:

Managing all day to day operations of the Geocore business, including direct management of senior management team, oversight of all operations, costing and procuring work from sub-contractors, dealing with suppliers, preparation of health and safety documentation and measurement of investigation works.

Responsibilities of Role:

• Assist the Managing Directors, to build and deliver the annual Geocore budget for each year, including staff levels, costs, materials and support services. The budget needs to include all activities, including the organisational structure required to deliver the outcome.
• Be aware of key budget milestone dates and tasks. Oversee department managers to collectively ensure projects are scheduled in the Planner, in a way that maximises people and equipment utilisation.
• Challenge under utilisation and inefficiencies with department managers, with a view of increasing revenue.
• Assist the Managing Directors to deliver a strategy for raising Geocore’s profile, winning work and developing business, including branding, sales and marketing, attending / presenting at conferences, writing articles.
• Ensure material presented adheres to Geocore branding and marketing guidelines and is current. Assist the Senior Management Team with the development and review of tenders and frameworks. Oversee and undertake some project management of site investigation and geothermal works.
• Implement In Project and End of Project Reviews, with the aim of improving safety and quality and increasing profit.
• Provide input to Managing Directors with respect to the development of the Business Improvement plan for Geocore, challenging our systems, process and technology to strive towards solutions that will make undertaking key business tasks safer, leading to increased sales, reduced costs, increased productivity and greater innovation.
• Assist the Managing Directors in the review of the organisational structure of the business, making changes where appropriate, to ensure effective delivery of business plan, which is achieved with the right people in the right role at the right time.
• Engage and develop the skills of each Direct Report, particularly those new in the role, focusing on key value add outputs. Create a culture and demonstrate first hand that safety is the first value and we aim for zero harm. Risk review and formal change management where required.
• Participate in job planning, hazard identification and risk assessments. Initiate safety conversations to promote safety in the workplace.
• Adhere to safe work procedures in line with the safety standards of the company. Perform one field site inspection per quarter and document.
• Ensure quality control of reporting deliverables. Work collaboratively with colleagues across the RSK Group, embracing diversity of thought and experience, to maximise organisational value.
• Supervision and training of graduate and junior staff and engineers.
• Travel and attend internal and external meetings as required. Assist with business development by identifying new opportunities and recording these with outcomes (on the BD and tender trackers).
• To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect the Company’s evolving needs, you may be asked to perform additional tasks that may be reasonably expected within your level of capability without additional remuneration.

Qualification/Experience Required:

• Experience in land drilling, geothermal drilling or site investigation preferred.
• Ideally, degree qualified in either a geology, engineering or environmental science related degree.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Management skills and previous management experience including experience building, managing and leading teams that are high performing and exhibit a positive work culture.
• Experienced in appropriately structuring workforce to deliver on business strategy.
• Understanding of industry relevant guidance and standards, H&S and CDM regulations, Health and safety qualification preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills. Self-motivated with a positive attitude.
• CSCS Card is desirable but not essential.
• Experience of working on a variety of sites and diverse site conditions.
• Knowledge of how to correctly manage, store and maintain equipment and consumables.
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines & targets.
• IT competency including all Microsoft Office applications. Good practical skills. Good time management skills.

The RSK Group is an equal opportunities employer

About Us

Geocore is a ground source drilling and site investigation specialist. Our 30-strong specialist ground services company is located in Redcar, North Yorkshire, UK. Since 2000, we have refined our service offering and now specialise in ground source drilling, site investigation, including domestic ground investigation, foundation inspections, drainage CCTV and drainage repairs. Our core service offering includes ground source drilling and deep boreholes, site investigation with multipurpose drilling rigs, dynamic sampling and trial pitting, CCTV and drainage repairs.

Our ground source work supports a move towards changing the way we do things to make our future more sustainable. Ground source heat is a more sustainable method of heating your home, as it uses energy more effectively, thereby enabling you to take control of your heating bills in today’s volatile climate. By using ground source heating, we can help our clients reduce energy costs to assist their journey to net zero.

Geocore is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.

Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues’ growth. We’re committed to preserving RSK’s people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.

By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace.#J-18808-Ljbffr