Operations Supervisor

Our Client:

Our client is an established and growing business operating within a heavy industrial environment. With a busy operation, a long-standing workforce and a positive, collaborative culture, they are looking to appoint an Operations Supervisor to strengthen their day-to-day team.
This is a great opportunity to join a successful business where safety, quality and operational efficiency are key priorities.

The Role:

Reporting into the senior management team, you will take responsibility for the safe and efficient day-to-day running of a busy operational area, leading a team of around 10 people.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading, supporting and developing the operational team
• Maintaining high standards of health & safety, quality and housekeeping
• Coordinating day-to-day activities to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Ensuring the safe handling and movement of heavy products across the operation
• Working closely with other teams to maintain a smooth and well-organised flow of work
• Identifying opportunities to improve safety, standards and operational efficiency

About You:

We are looking for an experienced, hands-on operational leader from a heavy industrial, manufacturing, engineering, construction or similar high-risk environment.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience leading or supervising an operational team
• Experience working within a heavy lifting or high-risk environment
• A strong practical understanding of health & safety
• A visible, approachable leadership style with the confidence to set and maintain high standards
• Good organisation and problem-solving skills
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build strong relationships across the wider operation