At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage offsite modular solutions, ensuring high-quality project delivery.
- Company: Join TechMet, a leader in innovative energy systems in Greater Belfast.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, no travel required, and opportunities for career growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the decarbonisation sector with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: Experience in operations management and knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
TechMet are recruiting for an Operations Manager. The client is based in Greater Belfast and is involved in the design, development, and delivery of offsite-prefabricated energy systems. This position requires no travel, and the salary package competes with those having to travel within the UK.
The Solutions team oversees the programming, procurement, planning, and execution of multiple offsite modular projects, including package plant rooms and MEP lateral and riser distribution modules. Working within a state-of-the-art Modular Solutions facility, the team plays a key role in cross-functional delivery alongside the wider decarbonisation business units.
Overview: The Operations Manager will provide leadership and direction across the operational delivery of Offsite Modular Solutions, with overall ownership and management of the mechanical, electrical, BMS, and offsite assembly teams, including management and resourcing of subcontracted labour. The successful candidate will manage cross-functional teams, foster a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement, and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
The Operations Manager will:
- Provide leadership and governance while maintaining visibility and input across commercial, engineering, design, quality, and logistical functions.
- Develop, strengthen, and support the offsite operations team to sustainably deliver against current demand.
- Provide operational input and guidance through design, engineering, planning, and quality teams to drive operational efficiency.
- Have operational involvement across mechanical, electrical, BMS, and offsite assembly teams to improve current cycle times and scale sustainably for projected growth.
- Manage the Modular Solutions team to ensure all projects are completed in a timely manner and to a high standard of quality.
- Resource and manage subcontracted labour in line with demand and ensure resource alignment to programme.
- Implement systems for forecasting workload, streamlining department operations, and establishing a reporting cadence using relevant KPIs.
- Lead staff recruitment and retention, sourcing labourers, skilled operatives, material planners, and supervisors.
- Establish reporting and communication of operational performance and capacity to help inform expansion, investment, and future work-winning decisions, ensuring data is timely, transparent, and actionable.
Ideally candidates will have:
- Previous experience as an Operations Manager or in a similar leadership role.
- Proven mechanical, electrical, BMS, and construction experience within modular solutions or the commercial MEP sector.
For a completely confidential chat, call Sean Metrustry, Director at TechMet. See 'view profile' on top of the ad for contact details and leave a message if necessary to arrange a confidential chat.
TechMet currently have a number of clients offering various six-figure Senior Engineering and Operational Management roles for MEP/FMCG Group roles and Engineering Leadership roles within manufacturing and consultancy-based sectors.
