Salary: £43,000 - £46,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Additional Benefits: Mileage reimbursement, company car, phone, laptop
Bonus: Ad hoc bonus and commission scheme
Hours: Monday to Friday (day shifts) with flexibility for night site visits
Location: Kent (South) and surrounding areas
We are a forward-thinking FM company with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion, led by a female-majority board. They provide high-quality security, cleaning, and concierge services across sectors including education, student accommodation, healthcare, corporate estates, logistics, social housing, utilities, and shopping centres.
Role Overview:
As Operations Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of corporate contracts and accounts across multiple sites. Working remotely and on-site, you will ensure high service standards, support staff, and drive continuous improvement across the portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead and manage multi-site operations, ensuring policies, procedures, and service standards are met
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, holding regular meetings and proactively resolving issues
* Support and develop frontline teams through site visits, 1:2:1s, training, and appraisals
* Identify opportunities to grow the business with existing and new clients
* Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, rostering, and budget management
* Participate in the Duty Manager rota, including out-of-hours responsibilities
Requirements:
* Proven experience managing multiple sites in the security or FM industry
* Hold a valid SIA licence
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
* Detail-oriented, results-driven, and people-focused
* Strong understanding of security services, operations, and client management
* Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, driving continuous improvement and change
Why Join:
* Be part of a supportive, inclusive company culture
* Competitive salary with benefits and bonus opportunities
* Opportunities to develop professionally and make a real impact
City Group is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from candidates of all backgrounds.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £43,000.00-£46,000.00 per year
Experience:
* Operations management: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* SIA Licence (required)
Location:
* Ashford (Devon, South West Region) (required)
Work Location: On the road