Head of Operations - Sustainability & Strategy

Top End jobs; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern environmental consultancy is seeking an Operations Director to lead and develop the operations strategy while ensuring operational excellence. This senior leadership position demands strong people management and budget oversight. The ideal candidate will have a background in consultancy, experience in leading teams, and knowledge of compliance and risk management. Applicants will benefit from a dynamic environment while contributing to sustainable solutions.

Qualifications

• Current Operations Manager or Head of Operations in environmental or engineering consultancy.
• Led teams ensuring deliverables and career progression.
• Experience in budget responsibility for major programmes.
• Familiar with optimising systems using technology.
• Coordinated or delivered training for system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations strategy and daily business operations.
• Ensure operational excellence in all systems and processes.
• Lead and manage the operations team.
• Report to the Company Board on operations progress.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of standards and legislation.

Skills

Strong people management skills

Stakeholder management skills

Budget management

Problem-solving

Project management

Job description

A modern environmental consultancy is seeking an Operations Director to lead and develop the operations strategy while ensuring operational excellence. This senior leadership position demands strong people management and budget oversight. The ideal candidate will have a background in consultancy, experience in leading teams, and knowledge of compliance and risk management. Applicants will benefit from a dynamic environment while contributing to sustainable solutions.