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Operations Manager

YO26 4XJ York, Yorkshire and the Humber Compass Group

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Location: National Railway Museum, York 

Hours: 40 hours per week, 5 days over 7

Contract: Permanent

The National Railway Museum in York offers a distinctive and historic venue for conferences, events, and exhibitions, featuring a variety of adaptable spaces to suit different event sizes and formats. From hosting intimate meetings and exhibitions to pre-dinner receptions and gala dinners in the iconic Great Hall, our venue provides a truly unique setting for memorable occasions.

We’re looking for a proactive and passionate Operations Manager to join our committed team at the National Railway Museum. In this key role, you'll help oversee the seamless delivery of high-quality culinary experiences across a wide variety of events. Your focus will be on maintaining excellence in food standards, service, and presentation. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are excited to contribute to exceptional guest experiences in a unique and historic venue, we’d love to hear from you.


Key Responsibilities:

•    Lead & Inspire – Managing the team to ensure smooth daily operations and outstanding service.

•    Financial Oversight - Control budgets, align with client objectives and drive financial success.

•    Client Management - Act as the key point of contact, ensuring client satisfaction and bringing their vision to life.

•    Operational Excellence - Maintain high standards across all hospitality spaces.

•    Innovation & Quality - Keep food and drink offerings fresh, exciting and sustainable.


About you:

•    Proven experience in a mid-level management role within a catering business.

•    Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to manage both front and back-of-house teams.

•    Financially astute, with experience managing budgets and aligning with client objectives.

•    Passionate about food and delivering excellent customer service.

•    Excellent communication skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced setting.

•    Strong influencing skills, with the flexibility to be hands-on when necessary.


About us:

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Restaurant Associates provides brilliant hospitality through our food, drink and services. We work with our partners and collaborate with our clients to achieve great things together.Every day, our teams of passionate hospitality professionals strive for excellence in delivering employee dining and hospitality to some of the UK's leading workplace as well as inspiring exceptional experiences in iconic cultural and heritage destinations.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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Operations Manager

CT27 7LX Canterbury, South East Compass Group

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We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
  • Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
  • Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
  • Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
  • Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
  • Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
  • Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
  • You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families


About Us

As part of Compass you'll help to feed people, fuel progress and forge connections in around 6,000 venues. Join us to grow your career with the industry leader, and get competitive pay, great perks and unrivalled opportunities for learning and development, at one of the UK's biggest businesses.

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Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!

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Operations Manager

Gwersyllt, Wales Wrexham Food Bank

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OPERATIONS MANAGER

36 HOURS PER WEEK, £30,000 pa plus benefits


Are you passionate about our vision for a Wrexham where everyone has enough money to afford the essentials in life? This is the vision of Wrexham Foodbank and we are working strategically towards this vision, however, we recognise that our clients come to us in times of crisis and we must manage their needs.


The Operations Manager is responsible for the day-to-day running of Wrexham Foodbank warehouse and general operations. This will involve working with a team of volunteers at the warehouse and at the distribution centres ensuring effective stock control and arranging timely transportation of collections and deliveries. Working in association with referral partners and satellite team leaders is paramount in ensuring that the service provided by Wrexham Foodbank is effective and efficient in serving the needs of our beneficiaries.


The Operations Manager will be the designated Health and Safety Officer and will be responsible for risk assessments, manual handling training and all matters pertaining to health and safety at the warehouse and the satellite centres. Therefore, a background in this area of work is desirable.


The Operations Manager will work within a small team of employees and support the strategic direction and the development of our services. The Operations Manager will report directly to the Wrexham Foodbank Trustees.

Wrexham Foodbank is an independent charity which works under the umbrella of the Trussell Trust who provide us with significant support and assistance.


To obtain a Job Description / Application form please apply online.


Closing date: 12th September 2025


Wrexham Foodbank is Registered with the Charity Commission No

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Operations Manager

Bristol, South West Rolls Royce

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Job Title: Operations Manager

Working Pattern: Full-time onsite

Working Location: Bristol

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing? We're offering an exceptional opportunity to join Rolls-Royce in Bristol as an Operations Manager-a role that sits at the heart of production leadership. You'll drive performance across safety, quality, cost and delivery, while empowering a high-impact team to reach new heights. This role is pivotal to our mission to deliver excellence Civil Aerospace and meet our customers' most critical needs.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce, we're dedicated to cutting-edge innovation, delivering power solutions, and creating the critical systems and technologies that shape the future of aviation, energy, and beyond. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-changing projects, supported by a culture that champions inclusivity, creativity, and your professional growth.

What you will be doing:

Working in our Civil Aerospace business, you'll be leading the teams responsible for making the world-famous parts and engines we're known for.

You'll be part of a culture built on excellence, accountability, and inclusive leadership. With access to structured development, continuous improvement programmes and digital manufacturing initiatives, you'll have every opportunity to grow your impact and leadership profile.

Your role will involve leading, inspiring and coach a team within a defined manufacturing area. Accountable for ensuring that customer commitments are met in full, measured against agreed HSE, quality, cost, delivery, people and responsiveness standards. Lead and manage a team of Production Leaders or strategic programmes in the business.

With this attractive opportunity, you will get the chance to:
Lead and coach a team of Production Leaders, inspiring performance across core manufacturing KPIs.
Drive a Zero Harm culture, ensuring compliance to all health, safety and wellbeing plans.
Champion product safety, regulatory standards, and a commitment to Zero Defects.
Manage people budgets and cell cost centres, targeting productivity and cost efficiency.

Who We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you will need to:
Demonstrate cross-functional leadership in diverse manufacturing or engineering environments.
Have experience delivering operational excellence in varying conditions, across disciplines.
Show proficiency with Lean or Six Sigma practices.
Understand product integrity and quality systems deeply.
Have attended higher education or leadership development programmes.

What you'll get:

Great salary and benefits

On top of your salary and equivalent of 33 days' holiday a year, you'll get generous pension contributions (up to 12%), access to employee support assistance and employee discounts, free parking, and excellent on-site facilities. Plus, much more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe diverse perspectives fuel innovation. Through our culture of care and belonging, we empower every team member to thrive. Learn more about our global inclusion strategy: Our people | Rolls-Royce

Closing Date: 25th September 2025

Job Category

Manufacturing

Posting Date

11 Sept 2025; 00:09

Posting End Date

24 Sept 2025PandoLogic. Keywords: Operations Manager, Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX
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Operations Manager

BS2 9NX Bristol, South West Rolls Royce

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Job Description

Job Title: Operations Manager

Working Pattern: Full-time onsite

Working Location: Bristol

Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing? We're offering an exceptional opportunity to join Rolls-Royce in Bristol as an Operations Manager-a role that sits at the heart of production leadership. You'll drive performance across safety, quality, cost and delivery, while empowering a high-impact team to reach new heights. This role is pivotal to our mission to deliver excellence Civil Aerospace and meet our customers' most critical needs.

Why join Rolls-Royce?

At Rolls-Royce, we're dedicated to cutting-edge innovation, delivering power solutions, and creating the critical systems and technologies that shape the future of aviation, energy, and beyond. By joining Rolls-Royce, you'll have the opportunity to work on world-changing projects, supported by a culture that champions inclusivity, creativity, and your professional growth.

What you will be doing:

Working in our Civil Aerospace business, you'll be leading the teams responsible for making the world-famous parts and engines we're known for.

You'll be part of a culture built on excellence, accountability, and inclusive leadership. With access to structured development, continuous improvement programmes and digital manufacturing initiatives, you'll have every opportunity to grow your impact and leadership profile.

Your role will involve leading, inspiring and coach a team within a defined manufacturing area. Accountable for ensuring that customer commitments are met in full, measured against agreed HSE, quality, cost, delivery, people and responsiveness standards. Lead and manage a team of Production Leaders or strategic programmes in the business.

With this attractive opportunity, you will get the chance to:
Lead and coach a team of Production Leaders, inspiring performance across core manufacturing KPIs.
Drive a Zero Harm culture, ensuring compliance to all health, safety and wellbeing plans.
Champion product safety, regulatory standards, and a commitment to Zero Defects.
Manage people budgets and cell cost centres, targeting productivity and cost efficiency.

Who We're Looking For:

To be successful in this role, you will need to:
Demonstrate cross-functional leadership in diverse manufacturing or engineering environments.
Have experience delivering operational excellence in varying conditions, across disciplines.
Show proficiency with Lean or Six Sigma practices.
Understand product integrity and quality systems deeply.
Have attended higher education or leadership development programmes.

What you'll get:

Great salary and benefits

On top of your salary and equivalent of 33 days' holiday a year, you'll get generous pension contributions (up to 12%), access to employee support assistance and employee discounts, free parking, and excellent on-site facilities. Plus, much more.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe diverse perspectives fuel innovation. Through our culture of care and belonging, we empower every team member to thrive. Learn more about our global inclusion strategy: Our people | Rolls-Royce

Closing Date: 25th September 2025

Job Category

Manufacturing

Posting Date

11 Sept 2025; 00:09

Posting End Date

24 Sept 2025PandoLogic. Keywords: Operations Manager, Location: Bristol, ENG - BS2 9NX
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Operations Manager

Bamber Bridge, North West Adele Carr

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Operations Manager, up to 50k doe, Bamber Bridge

Adele Carr have the pleasure of working exclusively with this successful and growing business based in Bamber Bridge.

My client is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take the lead in driving efficiency, compliance, and quality across the business. This is a hands-on role where you'll play a key part in the company's growth.

Duties will include;

  • Manage day-to-day operations and lead projects from start to finish.
  • Maintain and improve processes in line with ISO9001 standards.
  • Handle tenders, legal documents, NDAs, and contracts.
  • Oversee health & safety and ensure full compliance.
  • Lead and develop teams, supporting performance and growth.
  • Provide light HR support, including employee contracts and policies.

What you'll need to succeed in this role;

  • Proven background in operations management.
  • Knowledge of ISO9001, compliance, and H&S regulations.
  • Experience with tenders and contractual documentation.
  • Strong leadership, organisation, and project management skills.
  • A proactive, problem-solving approach.

If you are looking for a key role with real influence and responsibility, within a supportive culture and opportunities to grow your career then this is the role for you!

**Please note that due to the high volume of applicants we receive, only those shortlisted will be contacted directly**

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Operations Manager

BD1 Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber Long Term Futures Ltd

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Operations Manager
Location: Bradford (BD8)
Salary: SCP 29-33, 39,862 - 44,075 FTE
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Start Date: ASAP

Are you an experienced operations professional looking to take the next step in your career as a School Operations Manager in Bradford ?

The school is a vibrant and inclusive secondary school rated 'Good' by Ofsted. We are seeking a proactive, highly organised and skilled Operations Manager to lead on non-teaching functions across the academy. This is a key leadership role within the school, ensuring that HR, finance, administration, ICT, health and safety, catering and estates run smoothly to support high-quality teaching and learning.

About the Role:
As an Education Operations Manager in West Yorkshire , you will provide strong leadership across operational services, working closely with the Principal, senior leadership team, regional and national service departments within the trust. Your role will be crucial in maintaining efficient systems, ensuring compliance, and creating an environment where students and staff can thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Overseeing HR processes such as recruitment, payroll, absence monitoring and compliance checks
  • Managing administrative and reception staff, ensuring efficient and high-quality office services
  • Leading on health and safety, maintaining risk assessments, safeguarding checks and compliance records
  • Acting as the link between the academy and the trust's central services in HR, finance, ICT and estates
  • Monitoring and managing budgets to ensure best value for money in operational services
  • Supporting the Principal and SLT with reporting, event organisation and operational planning
  • Ensuring effective coordination of school trips, parent evenings and community events

What We're Looking For:
We are seeking an experienced and adaptable professional with:

  • A-Level (or equivalent) plus GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above)
  • Strong administrative, organisational and IT skills
  • Proven experience managing teams and overseeing operational services
  • The ability to prioritise, work under pressure and maintain confidentiality
  • A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people

Desirable: CIPD or HR qualifications, knowledge of employment law, estates/IT systems, or school-based experience (e.g. Bromcom).

Why Join?
This is an exciting opportunity to join an Ofsted-rated 'Good' academy at the heart of the Bradford community. The school offers:

  • A supportive and inclusive working environment
  • Access to professional development, CPD and career progression within the trust.
  • A role where your leadership directly supports student outcomes and staff wellbeing

If you are ready to make a difference as a School Operations Manager in Bradford , apply today with your CV. Adam at Long Term Futures will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.

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Croydon, London Solution Search Limited - Construction

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We are currently working with a growing building contractor specializing in residential and small commercial construction projects with project values up to 2m.

Theypride themselves on high-quality craftsmanship, reliable project delivery, and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.

Due to continued growth, theyare seeking an experienced and proactive Operations Manager to oversee and co-ordinatedaily business activities.

The individualwill be responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of operational delivery across the business, including project scheduling, resource planning, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and health & safety compliance.

This role requires a hands-on leader with strong organizational skillsand the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal individual will have a strong understanding of construction processes, materials, and regulations.

Excellent organisational and time-management skills with good financial acumen

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Operations Manager

Staffordshire, West Midlands Linkster Recruitment

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Operations Manager

Our client based in Stoke are seeking an experienced Operations Manager for their manufacturing plant.

They are looking for a seasoned professional to manage their finishing department, focusing on post-fabrication processes involving galvanised and/or coated parts. A strong emphasis is placed on employee safety and the promotion of best practices in manufacturing. The ultimate aim is to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality, establishing them as a leading manufacturer in the UK.

Working hours for this position are Monday to Thursday from 7:30am to 4:15pm, and Fridays from 7:30am to 3:00pm. While the hours are largely fixed, some flexibility may be required depending on business needs.

Duties - Operations Manager

As the Operations Manager, you will have a diverse range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

  • Ensuring that all departmental activities adhere to the highest safety standards, implementing improvements as necessary, and promoting health and safety awareness throughout the team.
  • li>Overseeing the training and skill development of staff, ensuring that everyone is properly equipped for their roles and that all new employees receive thorough inductions.
  • Possess previous experience with SAP or another ERP system for effective data processing, analysis, and planning.
  • Conducting toolbox talks and regular shift meetings to foster communication across all teams, including night shift workers.
  • Creating production schedules and managing stock levels while maintaining relationships with external contractors and suppliers.
  • Monitoring quality standards, managing production KPIs, and seeking ways to implement best practices within production processes. Collaboration across the business will be critical to ensure smooth operations and meet reporting needs.

Experience required - Operations Manager

To be considered, candidates should have:

  • A minimum of five years of experience in a similar position.
  • Proficiency in SAP Business One or other ERP systems, as well as strong skills in Microsoft Office software.
  • Exceptional people skills, a proactive work approach, and excellent communication abilities.

Benefits - Operations Manager

  • Competitive salary of up to £55k per annum depending on experience.
  • li>Discretionary annual bonus scheme.
  • Enhanced holiday entitlement of 33 days.
  • Private medical insurance.
  • Life Assurance 3 time annual salary.

Should this opportunity align with your career aspirations, we highly encourage you to apply for this Operations Manager position.

Linkster are Recruitment Specialists providing temporary, contract and permanent recruitment services across the supply chain sector, from engineering and warehousing, to manufacturing and clerical.

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Operations Manager

BD1 Bradford, Yorkshire and the Humber Handley James Consulting Ltd

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HandleyJameshavebeenretainedtosourceanexperiencedOperationsManagerto leadamulti-disciplinedteambasedintheUK.

Ourclientisanindustryleadingexpert,partofamultimillion,globalbusinesswithsitesworldwide.Youwillleadthemultidisciplinedteamsonsiteaswellasmanageasmall numberofsmallersiteswithintheUK.

Therolewillfocusonexistingprocessesandimprovements,leadingandmentoring multidisciplinedteamsincludingoperational,engineering,logistics,customerserviceandmanagerial/supervisorsaswellaswastereduction,operationalefficiencyandensuring the implementationofthecompanyvalues,mission,visionandstrategy.

KeyResponsibilities

  • Executeoperationsinaccordancewithcompanyqualitymanagement systems(ISO9001)andEnvironmentalsystem(ISO14001)
  • Ensuringsmoothrunningofentireprocess,includingresolutionofissues forcustomersinatimelyandcosteffectivemanner
  • Developmentofservicemodelsandconceptsincooperationwithstakeholderstoensurecontinuousserviceprovisionforcustomers
  • Createandcontroldepartmentalbudget
  • Demandplanning
  • Leadingandparticipationofmanagementandregionalmeetings
  • Responsibleforrecruitment,inductionandretentionofteammembers

KeyCompetencies/QualificationsandExperience

  • Operationalleadershipexperiencewithinaprocessrelatedindustryi.e. Chemical,ProcessManufacturing,FMCGetc.
  • CommercialorTechnicalDegreewouldbeadvantageous
  • Strongcontinuousimprovementexperience
  • Provensuccessmanagingandmentoringmulti-disciplinedteams
  • Strongcustomer-orientatedviewofthesalesandservice

Thisrolewillsuitaproactive,drivenandambitiousleaderwhoislookingtoowntheir ownandtheirteamsdevelopment,someonewhoiskeentotakeownershipand improveuponcurrentpractices

Inreturnourclientisofferingasalaryofcirca65,000 to 70,000,pluscompanycar,bonus,privatehealthcare,pension.

PleaseapplyviathelinkbeloworcontactStuartTomkinsondirectly.

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