At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow plant and tool hire operations while ensuring exceptional customer service.
- Company: Speedy, the UK's leading hire provider with a focus on innovation and teamwork.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health cover, generous holiday, and discounts across the Speedy brand.
- Other info: Flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic role with opportunities for career progression.
- Qualifications: Proven experience in operational management and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location: South Coast & Anglia
Working Hours: Mon – Fri 07:30 – 17:00
Overview: Speedy is the UK’s leading hire provider, offering the widest range of tools, specialist hire equipment, plant and support services for every job. We are looking for an experienced Operations Director to lead and grow our plant and tool hire operations in the South Coast & Anglia region. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, manage day‑to‑day operations, and drive profitability while ensuring exceptional service to customers and strong relationships with key clients and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the day‑to‑day operations of the South Coast & Anglia plant and tool hire business.
- Lead, motivate and manage a dedicated team of regional managers, sales staff and operational personnel.
- Drive operational efficiency, ensuring smooth processes in fleet management, delivery and collection services.
- Manage budgets, forecasts and maximise profit across the region.
- Develop and implement strategic growth plans to expand the customer base and increase market share.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, suppliers and stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and legal regulations.
- Implement best practices to maintain equipment standards and quality control.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity and industry developments to stay ahead of the competition.
Essential Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience in a senior operational management role within the plant and tool hire, construction or related sector.
- Strong leadership and team‑management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate.
- Excellent understanding of fleet management, logistics and operational processes.
- Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and driving profit.
- Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to implement effective solutions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
What We Offer:
- Monthly cash car allowance or company car
- Discretionary bonus scheme
- Health cover
- Life assurance
- Pension scheme
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free onsite parking
- Canteen facilities
- 95% discount across the Speedy brand
- Staff shop discounts and offers
- Green Commute Initiative – cycling support
- PAM – Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential support and counselling
Employment Information:
Speedy offers flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and flexible start/finish times, shorter days, term‑time hours and job‑share opportunities. We provide a career‑line of sight for progression within the Speedy Group. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, national origin, veteran, neuro‑diversity or disability status. Proof of right to work in the UK is required by the start of employment.
Operations Director employer: Lloyds British Group Ltd
Speedy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment on the South Coast & Anglia, where you can lead a dedicated team and drive operational excellence in the plant and tool hire sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package including health cover, a discretionary bonus scheme, and generous holiday allowances, Speedy fosters a culture of support and development, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
