Regional Operations Director

Posting date:	16 March 2026
Salary:	£80,000 to £85,000 per year
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	15 April 2026
Location:	RG1 1AA
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	Winner Recruitment
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	OPSDSTH-32653

Summary

Job Title: Regional Operations Director – South
Location: Southern England
Salary: £80,000 – £85,000 + Car Allowance

Winner Recruitment are currently recruiting for a Regional Operations Director on behalf of a growing organisation operating within the flooring, construction and facilities management sector.

This is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing regional operations, driving commercial performance and supporting the continued expansion of the business across the South.

The successful candidate will lead multi-site operational teams, ensure the successful delivery of projects and play a key role in shaping regional growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the Southern region

  
  

• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to high quality standards

  
  

• Oversee multiple operational sites and regional teams

  
  

  Commercial Performance

  • Full P&L responsibility for the region, driving profitability and margin improvement

    
    

  • Monitor financial performance, reporting and operational KPIs

    
    

  • Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and operational performance

    
    

    Team Leadership & Development

    • Lead, mentor and develop senior managers and operational teams

      
      

    • Build a high-performing culture focused on quality, safety and delivery

      
      

      Business Growth

      • Identify and deliver regional growth opportunities

        
        

      • Support the mobilisation of new sites, offices or service lines

        
        

      • Work alongside the senior leadership team to support major bids, tenders and strategic opportunities

        
        

        Client & Stakeholder Engagement

        • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders

          
          

        • Ensure high levels of client satisfaction and long-term partnerships

          
          

          Strategic Collaboration

          • Work closely with the executive team to support wider business strategy and growth plans

            
            

          • Implement best practice operational processes, governance and reporting structures

            
            Requirements

            • Proven experience in a Regional Director / Operations Director or Senior Operational Leadership role

              
              

            • Background within flooring, construction, facilities management or a related sector

              
              

            • Strong P&L management experience

              
              

            • Experience managing multi-site operations

              
              

            • Excellent leadership and team development capability

              
              

            • Experience supporting business growth, expansion or new office mobilisation

              
              

            • Strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills

              
              

            • Strategic mindset with a hands-on leadership approach

              
              Package

              • £80,000 – £85,000 salary (depending on experience)

                
                

              • Performance-related bonus

                
                

              • Car allowance

                
                

              • Pension and benefits package

                
                

              • Senior leadership opportunity within a growing organisation

                
                

              • Opportunity to influence regional strategy and expansion