We are seeking a highly experienced and driven Operations Director to take the lead in our Mechanical Fire Installs (Kent) division on an intial 3-6 month contract. You'll be managing a growing £15M business unit that spans key fire suppression services across industrial sites - including sprinkler systems, wet risers, and associated fire protection equipment. You'll work with established and specialist fire brands delivering full-system fire safety solutions across complex industrial environments. 🔧 What You'll Be Doing: Leading daily operations and project delivery for fire suppression system installs across the South Overseeing direct and subcontracted engineering teams to ensure timely, high-quality installations Driving integration across group brands to create a seamless end-to-end fire safety service Managing customer programs and commercial risk while delivering to budget and KPIs Championing a culture of safety, service excellence, and operational innovation 🧠 What We're Looking For: Proven leadership in sprinkler system installations, ideally in senior ops or director-level roles Strong track record in managing engineering teams and multi-million-pound contracts Experience driving change, leading through integration, and building a high-performance culture Commercial awareness with sound financial reporting, risk mitigation, and client management skills Able to ro...