Area Operations Manager
Area Operations Manager - Operator Location: Crawley, Bristol, or Wolverhampton (Remote with some travel) Contract Type: Permanent Start Date: ASAP Introduction: This is an exciting opportunity to join a leading organisation with impressive staff retention and a proven track record of profitability over the last five years. Key Benefits: - Car allowance (~£6,800) - Annual bonus (~15%) - 28 days holiday - Pension contribution (~10%) - Remote working with some travel required Key Responsibilities: - Lead operations across six production sites as part of the senior leadership team - Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient operations in line with UK legislation and recognised management systems (COMAH, COSHH, PSSR, ISO) - Champion a strong safety culture focused on zero incidents - Oversee maintenance strategies to ensure plant reliability, quality, and output targets - Drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and cost control - Lead change initiatives across safety, service, quality, and growth - Manage budgets, performance, and a significant CAPEX programme About You: - Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering or a related discipline - Strong background in industrial, gas, or chemical production environments - Proven multi-site operations leadership experience - Deep understanding of regulatory compliance and process safety - Confident people leader, comfortable in unionised environments - Commercially astute with experience delivering CAPEX and productivity improvements If you are ready to take on a senior leadership challenge in a dynamic environment with a focus on operational excellence and safety, we encourage you to apply