Operations Manager - Defence Technology Location: Salisbury Plain, Wiltshire Closing Date: 24 June 2025 | Interview Date: 4 July 2025 Full-time, Permanent | 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £48,039 - £57,797 per annum. Lead Operations at a Unique Test & Evaluation Site Our client, a respected organisation operating within the defence and security sector, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead a high-profile test and evaluation site located on Salisbury Plain. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a proactive leader with deep expertise in Ordnance, Munitions and Explosives (OME) to oversee operations at a secure facility supporting the testing, research, and evaluation of energetic materials, munitions, and related technologies. The Role As Operations Manager, you will have full operational responsibility for the safe and effective delivery of testing activities, financial management of commercial projects (c.£2.5M per annum), and leadership of an experienced technical team. You will also be instrumental in growing the site's customer base through effective client relationships and business development initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Day-to-day leadership of site operations, facilities, and safety compliance. Management of staff, site security, technical documentation, and trials planning. Authorisation and oversight of test programmes, risk assessments...