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Operations Manager

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We are growing, and we are creating the position of Operations Manager to own and run the operational side of the business. The role covers everything between a signed order and a completed, signed-off project — and the stores, equipment, suppliers, samples and systems that sit behind every job. You’ll report directly to the Managing Director.

What you’ll own
Plan and programme all live projects — 2–3 week look-aheads and a complete pre-start pack for every job
Allocate and brief installation teams and subcontractors; onboard new operatives and run inductions and toolbox talks
Run the stores and vehicle stock, maintain the plant and equipment register, and manage hire
Source and order materials against the estimate; organise deliveries, storage and site logistics
Enforce hold points, manage snagging to closure and obtain client sign-off and handover on every project
Track project costs against the estimate and report budget vs actual weekly; identify and record variations before the work is done
Keep RAMS, checklists, quality records and handover packs complete on the company project system
Act as day-to-day contact for clients, main contractors and site teams during delivery
Support new product development and trials, organise the sample library and despatch of samples, and help with the wider running of the business
About you
At least three years running project delivery for a specialist subcontractor or fit-out contractor — flooring, screed, resin, microcement or polished concrete strongly preferred
Experience on Tier 1 or Tier 2 main-contractor sites
Commercially aware, well organised, calm under pressure and direct
Full UK driving licence and own vehicle (mileage paid at HMRC rates)
CSCS and SMSTS or SSSTS, or willing to obtain before starting
Confident with Microsoft Teams, cloud-based project tools and photo reporting
What we offer
£45,000 base salary plus a performance bonus, paid quarterly against delivered margin, on-time handover, operational standards and quality
A senior role with genuine ownership, reporting directly to the Managing Director
Workplace pension; 20 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
Start January 2027; permanent position