Operations Manager
| Posting date: | 25 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | up to £65,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 October 2025 |
| Location: | Wallingford, OX10 9BS |
| Company: | Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 72 |
Summary
Job Advert
Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Wallingford
Salary: up to £65,000
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, safety, and team development? We are seeking an
Operations Manager to join our team in Wallingford. You’ll be required to take ownership of the day-to-day management of our
workshop and site activities, ensuring smooth operations, high-quality standards, and a strong focus on health and safety.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will:
* Oversee daily workshop and site operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
* Lead on health & safety compliance, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, and incident reporting.
* Monitor quality standards and ensure all projects meet company and customer requirements.
* Drive forward planning by reviewing pipelines, assessing capacity, and liaising with planning/project teams.
* Develop, coach, and motivate staff to achieve maximum performance and maintain required certifications.
* Support continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities to streamline processes.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams.
* Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience in workshop or site operational management, ideally within [insert relevant industry, e.g.,
manufacturing/construction/engineering].
* Solid understanding of health and safety requirements and compliance standards.
* Knowledge of quality management processes and project planning.
* Adaptable, ambitious, and detail-driven with a “completer-finisher” mindset.
* Background in business management or a related field.
* Health & Safety training/qualifications desirable.
* Demonstrable experience in managing operations, staff development, and resource planning.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business.
* Ongoing training and development to support your career growth.
* A collaborative and supportive working environment.
Job Title: Operations Manager
Location: Wallingford
Salary: up to £65,000
Are you an experienced leader with a passion for driving operational excellence, safety, and team development? We are seeking an
Operations Manager to join our team in Wallingford. You’ll be required to take ownership of the day-to-day management of our
workshop and site activities, ensuring smooth operations, high-quality standards, and a strong focus on health and safety.
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will:
* Oversee daily workshop and site operations, ensuring efficient scheduling and resource allocation.
* Lead on health & safety compliance, including risk assessments, safe systems of work, and incident reporting.
* Monitor quality standards and ensure all projects meet company and customer requirements.
* Drive forward planning by reviewing pipelines, assessing capacity, and liaising with planning/project teams.
* Develop, coach, and motivate staff to achieve maximum performance and maintain required certifications.
* Support continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and opportunities to streamline processes.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to motivate teams.
* Proven decision-making and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
* Experience in workshop or site operational management, ideally within [insert relevant industry, e.g.,
manufacturing/construction/engineering].
* Solid understanding of health and safety requirements and compliance standards.
* Knowledge of quality management processes and project planning.
* Adaptable, ambitious, and detail-driven with a “completer-finisher” mindset.
* Background in business management or a related field.
* Health & Safety training/qualifications desirable.
* Demonstrable experience in managing operations, staff development, and resource planning.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing business.
* Ongoing training and development to support your career growth.
* A collaborative and supportive working environment.