Operations Director

OnetoOne Personnel • TRAFFIC • Essex, Chelmsford, United Kingdom • £100,000 - £120,000 / * • 21h ago

Operations Manager

Brentwood £100,000 - £120,000 Mon 8:00 - 17:00

About the role

One to One Personnel are on the lookout for a bold and visionary Operations Director to take the reins of two high-impact divisions within a thriving organisation. This isn't just a leadership role, it's a chance to shape strategy, elevate performance, and drive transformation from the inside out. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you'll be the heartbeat of operational delivery, ensuring every client journey, from first contact to final handover, is seamless, efficient, and exceptional.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love building high-performing teams, and have a passion for turning challenges into opportunities, this is your moment. Step into a role where your decisions matter, your leadership inspires, and your impact is felt across the business. Ready to lead with purpose and make your mark? We'd love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Relationship Management

Oversee end-to-end service delivery across both divisions
Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure satisfaction and repeat business
Identify and develop new business opportunities to drive growth

Project & Resource Management

Lead multi-disciplinary projects involving internal teams, subcontractors, and partners
Plan and forecast resources to maintain balanced workloads and consistent productivity

Operational Excellence

Implement systems and procedures to enhance efficiency
Monitor service delivery and identify areas for improvement
Oversee supply chain operations to maximise profitability and customer satisfaction

Financial & Commercial Collaboration

Partner with the Commercial Director to deliver projects within agreed profit margins and business goals

Leadership & Team Development

Line manage department heads across operations, health & safety, and logistics
Conduct performance reviews and foster a culture of accountability and growth

Health & Safety Compliance

Take overall responsibility for Health & Safety across all operational activities
Ensure full compliance with legislation and promote a safety-first culture

What you'll need

Essential:

Minimum 10 years' experience in senior management roles, ideally with Director-level exposure
Proven success in leading teams within fast-paced, service-driven environments
Strong leadership, organisational, and project management capabilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Experience in contract development, negotiation, and review

Desirable:

Bachelor's degree in Operations, Business Management, or related field
ILM Level 7 qualification
Familiarity with JCT and similar contract frameworks
Willingness to undertake further professional development

What's in it for you?

£100,000 to £120,000 depending on experience
Monday to Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
Company car
Company Pension
Onsite parking
Lie insurance four times salary
Private medical insurance via Bupa
Profit Sharing
Sick pay - after 3 months' probation
24 days holiday plus Christmas closure

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