Operations Manager in Aviemore

The Precision Manufacturing Division is a strategically important area within the Hydrasun Group. The Operations Manager will support the Divisional Manager in leading and managing the division, with key responsibilities to:

• Deliver the highest standards of safety, quality and service in line with company policies and divisional objectives.
• Ensure all KPIs, including sales, margin and cost targets, are consistently met.
• Develop, implement and maintain precision manufacturing capabilities in alignment with the company’s overall strategy and objectives.
• Deputise for the Divisional Manager as required.

Please note, specific responsibilities outlined below may evolve in response to changing departmental and company priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership
  • Actively promote HSEQ standards and ensure full compliance.
  • Demonstrate and champion Hydrasun’s core values at all times.
  • Contribute to the development of strategies for the division’s continued profitable growth.
  • Foster a positive culture both at Aviemore and across the Hydrasun Group to support business growth and achievement of company goals.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively with colleagues locally and organisation-wide to share best practices and promote “best in class” working methods.
  • Deputise for the Divisional Manager as required to maintain leadership continuity and standards.
• Operations
  • Provide leadership and clear direction to direct reports, ensuring divisional goals are achieved.
  • Ensure adherence to company HSE, Quality and HR management systems in all operational activities.
  • Lead and participate in strategy reviews, operational audits, budgeting, and inventory management.
  • Guarantee products and services are delivered through capable, clearly defined and consistently controlled processes, compliant with company Quality Procedures and customer specifications.
  • Regularly review division processes to identify opportunities for growth and improvement, taking appropriate action.
  • Provide comprehensive reports to the Divisional Manager on divisional performance, including relevant external benchmarks.
  • Plan future resource requirements in detail, including recruitment and training, to meet business needs.
  • Support growth in sales of Aviemore-manufactured products.
  • Ensure work is scheduled to meet customer demand, with delivery dates communicated clearly and adhered to.
• Team Management
  • Manage overall competency and personal development of employees within your remit.
  • Oversee day-to-day management of assigned personnel, including performance reviews, objective setting, training and development, performance management, and handling of discipline and grievance matters in accordance with HR policies and procedures.
  • Promote a collaborative team environment and foster a culture aligned with the Company’s Core Values.

Qualifications – Essential

• Degree-level education in a relevant discipline (e.g. engineering) or equivalent vocational experience.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Formal leadership and/or management qualification.

Experience

• Extensive management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of strong achievement.
• Senior management experience with P&L responsibility or understanding.
• Demonstrable focus on both internal and external customer needs.
• Excellent leadership qualities to ensure the delivery of divisional objectives.
• Ability to promote and embed a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead teams and build effective relationships with colleagues, strategic suppliers and customers.
• Good understanding of operational and project management, including defining, implementing and executing improvement strategies and initiatives.

Skills and Behaviours

• Effective communication skills at all levels, both verbal and written.
• Strong prioritisation skills and capability to allocate resources efficiently.
• Excellent organisational abilities.
• Proven ability to motivate and inspire individuals to reach their full potential.
• Ability to network effectively within various industry sectors.
• Commercially and strategically minded, with the ability to view the “big picture” and negotiate effectively.
• Committed to staying informed on key industry trends and developments.
• Strong customer focus.
• Resilient, tenacious and determined.
• High level of integrity in all dealings.

About Us

We are a leading international provider of integrated fluid transfer, power and control products across a variety of sectors worldwide. As part of D2Zero, Hydrasun harnesses experience, knowledge and insights to support a new energy future. Our core principles of engagement, accountability, communication and teamwork form the foundation of our culture. We believe that the right results stem from the right behaviours. Our people are empowered to effect change for the benefit of our customers, industry and clean energy future. Our headquarters are based in Aberdeen, Scotland, with operations throughout the UK and strategic presences across Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, the USA and South America.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Hydrasun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and have zero tolerance for discrimination or harassment of any kind. All suitably qualified applicants will be considered for employment based on their skills and experience. Everyone at Hydrasun is responsible for maintaining a workplace culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with respect.