Site Operations Manager in Maidstone

Site Operations Manager

Headcorn – Thursday to Sunday

Salary up to £40,000

The Opportunity :

We are seeking a highly capable operations-led professional to take ownership of the day-to-day running of a complex, customer-facing site. This role sits at the heart of the operation and is responsible for ensuring that people, processes, facilities, and customer experience all work seamlessly together.

This is a hands-on role requiring a strong understanding of how a site functions operationally.

The Role :

• Take full ownership of daily site operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and well-coordinated delivery across all areas.
• Maintain a clear operational overview of site activity, capacity, scheduling, and workflow.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate operational risks in real time and through forward planning.
• Ensure all operational procedures are followed, reviewed, and improved where necessary.
• Oversee documentation, paperwork, and record-keeping relating to safety, operations, and compliance.
• Act as a key decision-maker during incidents, disruptions, or operational challenges.
• Oversee the Customer Experience Team, setting clear expectations and standards.

Required Skills :

• Proven experience in a heavily operational role.
• Strong understanding of how multi-functional sites operate.
• Highly organised, resilient, and able to remain composed under pressure.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead, influence, and challenge where required.
• Experience working in fast-paced, seasonal, or customer-driven environments.
• Naturally proactive and solutions-focused.
• Passionate about operational excellence and customer experience.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.