Average Operations Manager salary in the UK

Job Title: Operations Manager Location: Ridham Dock Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8SR Salary: £57,475 Per annum + Car allowance Job Type: Permanent, Full time Hours / Working Pattern: 47.5 hours a week About Us: A leading waste management company, Countrystyle Recycling is a local and trusted provider of commercial waste disposal, management, and recycling services to businesses across Kent, London, and the South East. Countrystyle Recycling is part of Heathcote Holdings, a family-run group of complementary, innovative and customer-centric companies. Resource management and recovery are core to the group's activities along with innovation, customer responsiveness, long-term planning, and community support. About The Role: Day to day management of the Company's operations at its Ridham Dock, Ridham Sea Terminals, ensuring effective and safe delivery of all operational activities undertaken on these sites in a compliant manner and in accordance with agreed business and financial objectives. Efficient operation, maintenance and repair of all fixed and mobile plant and equipment at each site using internal and external resources. Main Role Responsibilities: Managing day to day operations, including overseeing the operations team and business unitsLead supervisor meetings and handovers between shifts. This will include daily nightshift plan.Control of sub-contractors and their activities on the Sites including PermitsLiaise with the Plant Workshop to ensure PPM and readiness for machine works to be undertaken, especially on leading up to plant shutdownsMonitor all output/production targets across all processing and other operations as set by Senior Management and to report daily on meeting these targets and report back all data for KPI's. Sending KPI daily information each morning.Provide cover for other positions within the operational roles at the Sites where necessary as directed/requested and in accordance with Company Policies and Procedures.Ensure Focus timesheets are correct and ready for payrollAction holiday requests and update absences on Cascade platform including RTW documentsRegular site walks, addressing non compliances and generating lists to delegate to ensure site complianceWeekly roster for all operations and engineeringReconcile out of hours tipping and stocks with finance team to ensure we capture all data for KPI'sAttending regular meetings and planning vessel loading scheduleUpdating Training MatrixUpdate My Compliance regarding accidents and near missesRegular Plant/Machine inspectionsEnsure Checkproof is being used on all machinery and identifying defects raisedDeveloping and maintaining good relationships with vendors and suppliersEnsure all appropriate safety equipment and PPE are always used in accordance with site rulesLiaise with the commercial team regarding outgoing load requirements.Weekly stock takes of all operations departments to be completed and information sent to relevant personnel.Assist with weighbridge when required, learning AMCS system to help run reportsTo effectively manage stock rotation for all relevant operations to comply with Site Permit and all Senior Management instructions including updating batch recordsOrganise for purchase orders to be raised and issued in advance of purchasing any items or services as dictated by Company Policy.Comply with all Health, Safety, HR, Quality and Environmental policies and procedures. Maintaining and enforcing health and safety guidelines. About you: Essential Skills, Experience, Qualifications & Competencies: System knowledge to include: AccountsTime RecordingHRMicrosoft Office Previous experience of managing teams within multiple processesExperience within a manual work environment operating fixed and mobile plantExperience of Employee Relations issuesIOSH Managing SafelyLeadershipCommunications SkillsHighly OrganisedAbility to Prioritise and allocate work accordinglyUnderstanding of compliance expectations and needsPeople Management Desirable Experience & Qualifications: Previous experience within the waste/recycling industryCOTC-WAMITAB Level 4 Benefits: Life Insurance with access to GP24Commitment to wellbeing through Employee Assistance ProgrammeElectric Car salary sacrifice scheme for eligible employeesCycle to work schemeCompany EventsGymFlex salary sacrifice Please note the company does not offer sponsorship and therefore candidates must have the legal right to live and work in the UK to be considered for this role. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Director of Business Operations, Operations Lead, Business Process Manager and Strategic Operations Coordinator, Business Operations Manager, Waste Operations Coordinator may also be considered.

Operations Manager Required in Exeter Basic Salary up to £40,000, OTE in the region of £45,000Prestige Main DealerMonday to Friday 08:30 to 18:00  Our client, a Prestige Main Dealer, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Operations Manager to oversee their workshop departments in Exeter. Our client boasts over three decades of excellence in the motor industry and operate four dealerships across the region. They are passionate about delivering top-notch service to our customers. The expertise provided by the aftersales team is crucial to their success.Duties of an Operations Manager: Maximise efficiencies within the operations department, with cost control and customer service levels in balanceSupport volume and GP growth of fleet through coordination & Communications of the operations department.Maximise fleet sales volume via communication of customer service, brokers, OEM, fleet management companies, funders and customers.Supporting the systems development for all Site 5 development needsIdentifies training and development needs for self and management team as part of the performance management process. What our client expects: Previous experience within a operations environmentMotor industry experienceStrong customer service experience and focusProven ability to analyse data for operational improvement and cost-saving initiativesExcellent administrative and IT skills, with experience in logistics systems Benefits on offer: 25 Days Holiday + Bank HolidaysBonus SchemeCar Benefit Scheme via NELSScottish Widows Salary Sacrifice PensionEmployee Assistance ProgrammeBenefits Hub with 1,000s of dealsLife Assurance & Enhanced Sick PayCareer Progression opportunitiesAspiring Managers ProgrammeCycle to Work SchemeEye Care VouchersLong Service Awards This is an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to take their career to the next stage and enjoy working for a company that truly values their staff.If you are interested in hearing more about this Operations Manager role, or others we have in your area, please do not hesitate to contact Sam Enderby at Perfect Placement today.Perfect Placement are specialists in Automotive Recruitment. So if you are looking for a New Job in the Motor Trade, be sure to contact our team today.

Facilities Services c. £60,000 + BenefitsStaffordshire10017The Company We are partnering with a leading provider of facilities services to a diverse range of industrial and commercial clients. With a commitment to operational excellence, compliance, and customer satisfaction, the company has established a strong reputation for technical service delivery and continuous improvement and are now seeking a proactive Operations Manager to drive the efficiency and effectiveness of its field service teams and scheduling operations. The Role This is a critical operational leadership role focused on the end-to-end delivery of environmental services. The Operations Manager will take ownership of the day-to-day management of scheduling, team performance, customer satisfaction, and compliance. With a strong focus on process improvement, resource optimisation, and data-driven decision-making, you will lead a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and high-quality service execution. Key accountabilities include remedial work scheduling, fleet and van readiness, overtime control, safety audits, and compliance documentation. The role requires close collaboration with account management and warehousing, alongside the implementation of operational improvements that align with wider business goals.The Person We are seeking a highly organised, commercially aware operations leader with at least five years' experience in a service delivery or facilities management setting. You will bring a proven ability to lead teams, manage scheduling complexities, and drive performance improvements through structured feedback, coaching, and KPIs. The successful candidate will combine strategic thinking with hands-on management skills, demonstrating strength in communication, problem-solving, and project management with a good understanding of performance analytics.How to ApplyThis is a vital operational leadership role in a forward-thinking organisation. If you are passionate about service delivery, thrive on accountability, and want to make a tangible impact in a growing business, please apply with your CV, stating your current remuneration and quoting reference 10017.