Industrial Services | Energy & Infrastructure
We are leading a confidential search for a Head of Operations on behalf of our industrial services business operating across energy, utilities, and heavy industry.
This is a key leadership hire within a national service line, designed to strengthen operational grip, increase commercial performance, and bring a more visible, front-footed leadership style into the business.
The role carries full responsibility for delivering long-term, contract-led services across multiple UK sites. The environment is complex, compliance-driven, and built around established, high-value client relationships. The expectation is to take control of performance while actively growing the operation.
This role requires regular travel across customer sites nationwide and a high level of visibility within the operation. You will be expected to spend time on-site with teams and clients, maintaining close alignment to delivery, performance, and opportunity.
The role:
* Lead operational delivery across a portfolio of long-term client contracts
* Take full accountability for P&L, margin, and contract performance
* Maintain strong visibility across sites and with clients
* Lead contract reviews, audits, and performance meetings
* Drive compliance, safety, and operational standards
* Strengthen senior client relationships and act as a key point of contact
* Identify and deliver growth opportunities within existing accounts
* Shift the operation towards more proactive, commercially driven performance
* Established presence across energy, utilities, and industrial sectors
* Long-term contracts within power generation, water, and bulk materials handling
* Strong base of existing relationships with opportunity to expand
What success looks like:
* Stronger operational consistency across contracts
* Increased client engagement and visibility
* Improved commercial performance and margin control
* Delivery of organic growth within existing accounts
* A more proactive, performance-led operating culture
The person:
* Background in industrial services, engineering, or contract-led environments
* Experience leading multi-site or multi-contract operations
* Proven ability to manage key client relationships
* Comfortable being on-site, visible, and hands-on
* Experience in energy, utilities, waste-to-energy, or process environments
* Exposure to plant lifecycle management or regulated industries
The package:
* 30% bonus target
* Pension
* Private medical and life assurance
This search is being managed on a strictly confidential basis. Further details will be shared following an initial discussion.
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