Operations Manager

Job Title: Operations Manager Location: Sheffield Business Area: Rotating Machinery Benefits: You’ll enjoy a range of great perks, including a Company Car or Cash allowance and a competitive pension scheme, life insurance, and an enhanced annual leave allowance on top of bank holidays. Plus, we contribute towards your gym membership through a subsidy scheme. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as an employee assistance programme, exciting training opportunities, and employee discounts. Plus: health surveillance, a Health Shield Cash plan, and some amazing concessions and discounts from our corporate perks site. Job Role: To oversee and manage Sheffield Repair Works, with accountability for all operational, financial, customer, and employee strategies within the business. As the Operations Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining a consistent pipeline of work by fostering relationships with both new and existing clients What you’ll be doing: Assume responsibility for the P&L budget of approximately £4 million, including commercial oversight of projects, cash flow management, and collections. Develop and deliver budgets aligned with forecasts and expectations Collaborate with the management team to achieve the overall objectives of the business unit by promoting high standards of safety, work quality, and continuous process improvement Oversee project management, processes, and procedures to achieve "right first time" outcomes and ensure customer satisfaction Ensure compliance with all Company Policies, with particular emphasis on managing operational delivery in accordance with the Company's Safety Rules Interpret and implement contract provisions in collaboration with the management and Commercial team Analyse market trends to identify and pursue new tendering opportunities Set clear and measurable goals and objectives to foster a performance-driven culture aligned with the overall business strategy Proactively manage costs and enhance efficiency to improve business performance and profitability Lead all HR-related activities within the profit centres, fostering workforce development and ensuring adherence to quality, health, and safety standards consistent with company policies and relevant legislation Support the Business Manager with additional responsibilities as needed Your skills and experiences: Extensive and proven experience in prior management positions Demonstrated proficiency in understanding and overseeing Profit and Loss statements, budget management, and commercial and financial acumen Comprehensive technical expertise within the AC/DC market Sound technical knowledge pertaining to the pump market Possession of a relevant degree or equivalent experience in managing an engineering enterprise A client-centric approach coupled with outstanding interpersonal skills for effective communication across all organisational levels Strong capabilities in people management, with the ability to lead, inspire, and cultivate a skilled workforce IOSH Health and Safety certification for managerial roles Why Quartzelec? Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £77 million. We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field. We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients. Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise. Closing Date: TBC Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. Strictly no agencies, please.