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Posted 12 August, 2026

Service Operations Manager

A1 Personnel Employment Agency Ltd
Croydon, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

We are recruiting on behalf of a leading international engineering business for an experienced Service Operations Manager to join its Rail & Marine division.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Lead and coordinate service, maintenance, repair, overhaul and commissioning activities.
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  • Manage and develop a team of service engineers and technicians.
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  • Plan resources, schedules and service activities to meet customer requirements.
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  • Manage costs, profitability, spare parts and technical resources.
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  • Maintain high HSE, quality and compliance standards.
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  • Build strong relationships with key customers and provide technical support.
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  • Resolve complex service issues and identify opportunities for renewals, upgrades and additional services.
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  • Monitor KPIs and prepare management reports.
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  • Support UK and international service operations and customer visits.
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Requirements

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  • Degree or relevant qualification in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or similar.
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  • 5+ years' relevant technical/service experience.
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  • Proven experience managing technical/service teams.
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  • Strong knowledge of mechanical and electrical drive systems.
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  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and customer management skills.
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  • Commercial awareness and ideally experience in service sales.
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  • Rail, Marine or heavy engineering experience highly desirable.
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  • Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
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This is an excellent opportunity for a Service Manager, Technical Service Manager or Engineering Manager looking to progress within a global Rail & Marine engineering environment.