Posted 24 July, 2026
Operations Manager
Pioneer Selection
Fakenham, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
OPERATIONS MANAGERJob Title – Operations ManagerLocation – FakenhamSalary – £55,000Shift – Days M-FJob Role of the Operations Manager An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a fast-paced, high-volume industrial site. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for site performance, including production, engineering, and compliance.You will drive efficiency, quality, and output while holding P&L accountability and leading cross-functional teams. The role also includes ownership of health & safety, regulatory compliance, audits, and engineering strategy, including PPM and asset reliability.Acting as second-in-command, you will deputise for the General Manager when required, ensuring continuity of leadership across the site.Sector – Manufacturing / Processing Non-Negotiable Requirements of the Operations Manager Proven experience in a operations or production management role within a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment.Strong leadership experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, including production and engineering.Requirements for the Site Operations Manager Experience managing budgets and P&L responsibilityStrong understanding of production efficiency, output, and quality managementExperience overseeing engineering maintenance strategies, including PPMStrong knowledge of health & safety and regulatory compliance within an industrial settingExperience leading internal and external auditsStrong people management and disciplinary experienceSupplier and contractor management experienceDesirable Requirements for the Operations Manager Experience within high-volume processing or continuous operation environmentsKnowledge of ISO management systems (e.g. ISO 9001)Familiarity with lifting operations and pressure systems regulationsExperience managing critical plant or utilities equipmentThe Operations Manager will benefit from: Employment with a stable and well-established organisationSenior leadership role with high levels of autonomyCompetitive salary and benefits packageOpportunity to progress into General ManagementIf you are interested in this role and feel that you have the right skills, then please click apply at the bottom of this advert.For further details contact Waheed Anjum at Pioneer SelectionAs a registered candidate with Pioneer Selection Ltd, you automatically become eligible for our referral scheme.You will receive £250 for every candidate we place in permanent employment who has been recommended by you. Terms and Conditions apply, please see our website for further details.TPBN1_UKTJ
