The Company:
This specialist provider operates in the gas quality assurance market, delivering highly accurate calibration gases, gas testing, and analytical services for clients across the natural gas, LNG, and energy industries. Known for scientific precision and exceptional service delivery, the business supports operations across the UK and globally, playing a crucial role in energy safety and compliance.
Benefits of the Operations Manager
High-impact leadership role within a global specialist group
£60k-£65k with bonus potential
Company pension scheme
25 Days Holiday plus statutory bank holidays
Private Healthcare
Lead a team of 30+ staff across technical, laboratory, and logistics functions
Opportunity to shape operational delivery and strategic growth
The Role of the Operations Manager
Lead and coordinate all operational teams including production, laboratory services, site services, and logistics
Ensure efficient delivery of calibration gases, gas testing, and inspection services on time and to the highest standards
Manage a £1.5m operations budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring optimal resource use
Track KPIs and take action to maintain performance, using dashboards to support planning and forecasting
Oversee supplier relationships, from sourcing to payment approvals
Recruit, coach, and develop team members to support internal growth and succession
Act as the lead contact for customer delivery issues, resolving queries to uphold the company's reputation for service excellence
Ensure all work complies with quality and safety standards, including UKAS accreditations
Collaborate with innovation teams to assess new instrumentation opportunities and explore new markets
Maintain strong industry knowledge and build relationships with key partners and stakeholders
The Ideal Person for the Operations Manager
Degree qualified in a science or engineering discipline
Operational leadership experience in the energy, gas, or laboratory services sector
Strong knowledge of gas measurement principles and applicable technical standards
Excellent communicator with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and collaborate across departments
Commercially astute with experience managing budgets and performance metrics
Self-driven, resilient, and capable of navigating complex projects
Skilled in project delivery, strategic planning, and fostering continuous improvement
Customer-focused with the ability to inspire high performance across all areas of operations
If you think the role of Operations Manager is for you, apply now!
Consultant: Darren Wrigley
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Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.
About On Target
At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally