Operations Manager

OPERATIONS MANAGER Job Title – Operations Manager Location – Fakenham Salary – £55,000 Shift – Days M-F Job Role of the Operations ManagerAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a fast-paced, high-volume industrial site. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for site performance, including production, engineering, and compliance. You will drive efficiency, quality, and output while holding P&L accountability and leading cross-functional teams. The role also includes ownership of health & safety, regulatory compliance, audits, and engineering strategy, including PPM and asset reliability. Acting as second-in-command, you will deputise for the General Manager when required, ensuring continuity of leadership across the site. Sector – Manufacturing / ProcessingNon-Negotiable Requirements of the Operations ManagerProven experience in a operations or production management role within a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment. Strong leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, including production and engineering. Requirements for the Site Operations Manager • Experience managing budgets and P&L responsibility • Strong understanding of production efficiency, output, and quality management • Experience overseeing engineering maintenance strategies, including PPM • Strong knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance within an industrial setting • Experience leading internal and external audits • Strong people management and disciplinary experience • Supplier and contractor management experience Desirable Requirements for the Operations Manager • Experience within high-volume processing or continuous operation environments • Knowledge of ISO management systems (e.g. ISO 9001) • Familiarity with lifting operations and pressure systems regulations • Experience managing critical plant or utilities equipment The Operations Manager will benefit from: • Employment with a stable and well-established organisation • Senior leadership role with high levels of autonomy • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunity to progress into General Management If you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert. For further details contact Waheed Anjum at Pioneer Selection As a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme. You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply, please see our website for further details.