Head of Operations

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Head of Operations | Staffordshire| Permanent|  £60,000 + Car Allowance + Bonus
Safer Hand Solutions are partnered with a forward-thinking and dynamic organisation that is seeking an ambitious and hands-on Head of Operations to join their senior leadership team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a driven operational leader who thrives on motivating teams, driving performance, and delivering exceptional customer outcomes. We're looking for a real go-getter; someone who isn't afraid to roll their sleeves up, lead from the front, and inspire managers and teams to achieve their full potential.
The Role Reporting into the HR & Operations Director, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day operational delivery of services across multiple teams, ensuring high standards of quality, productivity, customer service, and performance are consistently achieved. 
You will play a key role in translating business strategy into actionable plans, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence remains at the heart of everything the business delivers.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of operational managers.
• Drive performance, productivity, and service standards across operational functions.
• Oversee resource planning, workload management, and operational delivery.
• Analyse KPIs and performance data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Implement sustainable solutions to operational challenges.
• Lead change initiatives and support the successful adoption of new processes and systems.
• Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.

About You To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• At least 5 years' experience within an operational leadership or service delivery environment.
• Experience managing managers and developing high-performing teams.
• A proven track record of improving operational performance and delivering results.
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience leading teams through change and transformation.
• The ability to remain calm, decisive, and focused under pressure.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

What's in it for You?

• Salary of £60,000 per annum
• £4,800 Car Allowance
• Annual performance-related bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown period
• Company pension scheme
• Company sick pay scheme
• Social events throughout the year
• Wellbeing and mental health initiatives

If you're an inspirational leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and making a genuine impact within a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Sean Feldman at Safer Hand Solutions for a confidential discussion.

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