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Operations Manager

Newport Permanent View Job Description
Are you a proven operations leader who thrives on building high-performing teams and delivering results? This is your opportunity to take ownership of workshop, assembly, and yard operations for a fast-growing engineering business, ensuring every project is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards.
  • Lead a growing operations team where your decisions directly shape performance.
  • Join an innovative, environmentally focused engineering business

About Our Client

Our client is a recognised UK leader in providing innovative, environmentally focused engineering solutions. With a strong reputation for technical expertise, reliability, and sustainability, they support industries nationwide and are continuing to expand their operations - making this a perfect time to join.

Job Description

What You'll Be Doing



  • Lead and inspire multi-skilled teams across production planning, workshops, assembly, fleet, and yard operations.


  • Champion world-class Health & Safety standards, embedding a culture of "safety first."


  • Ensure every piece of equipment is delivered Right First Time and On Time In Full.


  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation across processes, people, and systems.


  • Own quality investigations, embedding a root-cause mindset and raising standards across the board.


  • Build capability within your team through coaching, mentoring, and clear performance management.


  • Collaborate closely with peers to ensure seamless service delivery to clients and internal stakeholders.


  • Contribute to business growth by managing resources, controlling costs, and making smart CAPEX decisions.

The Successful Applicant

What We're Looking For



  • Strong track record in engineering or capital equipment manufacturing operations.


  • A natural leader with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop teams.


  • Solid technical knowledge of mechanical assembly and/or workshop processes.


  • Deep understanding of Health, Safety, and Quality (ISO9001:2015 desirable).


  • Experience of Lean tools and methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.).


  • Commercially astute with the confidence to influence and drive change.


  • Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering/Manufacturing preferred.


  • NEBOSH/IOSH qualification an advantage.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary


  • Excellent pension, bonus & benefits package


  • A leadership role with real influence and career growth opportunities



Contact
Mark Hickman
Quote job ref
JN-082025-6818221
Phone number
+44 292 064 2034

Job summary

Job function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Subsector
Operations Management
Sector
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Newport
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Mark Hickman
Consultant phone
+44 292 064 2034
Job reference
JN-082025-6818221