Our client, a growing engineering and manufacturing business based in Gloucestershire, has an exciting new opportunity for a Head of Operations to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis due to continued business growth. If you re hands on and from a manufacturing or engineering SME, keep reading!The successful Head of Operations should have: Previous experience in a senior operational leadership role within an engineering, manufacturing or comparable technical environment.Experience managing multiple operational functions, ideally including manufacturing, field engineering, warehouse/materials, logistics and operational administration.Proven experience managing managers and supervisors, with the ability to establish clear accountability and drive performance.Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, labour costs, productivity, margins and/or PandL.A proven track record of implementing operational improvements, introducing structure and improving processes within a growing or fast-paced SME.Strong people management and leadership skills, with the confidence to challenge performance and develop teams.A practical, hands-on approach with the ability to work effectively with both operational teams and senior directors. In this role, the Head of Operations will be responsible for: Taking ownership of day-to-day operations across manufacturing, field engineering, warehouse/materials, logistics and operational administration.Leading and developing ..... full job details .....