Average Operations Director salary in the UK

Job Title: Operations Director Location: Bridgend, South Wales Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 per annum Job Type: Full Time, Permanent Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 8am to 6pm (8.5 hour day / 42.5 hours in between these times) Who are we: Flotek Group is one of the fastest-growing Tech Companies in the UK, providing IT, Cybersecurity and Comms technology to small & medium businesses. With sales and support locations across the country, our ambitious growth is driven by our core values and fundamental principles. We deliver every product and service with expertise, passion, and heart. The role: As Operations Director you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance and operational success of Flotek Group. You will be expected to come up with an operational strategy as we continue to scale the business, which will include setting clear objectives and KPIs across the teams. The role will also include implementing the wider Boards' strategy and to provide leadership to the senior management team ensuring that business objectives align with opportunities, financial goals, and operational efficiency. Additionally, the Operations Director will lead and coordinate all operational functions to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient delivery of managed services. This role oversees day-to-day operations across technical service, project management, the operations team which looks after fleet management, health & safety, facilities/building maintenance, and people and culture. Responsibilities: Operations: Overall responsibility for the operations and projects departments.Be the point of escalation should the need arise.Ensure effective collaboration across Service Desk, Engineering, Projects, and Sales.Workforce planning - working with the department heads to understand recruitment drivers and needs.Business process improvement and continuous seeking ways to improve quality and efficiencies - in particular supporting our evolution into an AI-enabled MSP121's and coaching - working with the operational and service heads to ensure their business objectives are being met. Providing coaching, guidance and assistance where necessary. Systems & Processes: Continuously look at operational efficiencies and look at ways to continuously improve workflows, processes and systems - making increased use of existing tools and evaluating new tools to enhance our service and internal processesFacilitate working parties to look at our model of "simplify, standardise, automate and amplify"Implement and continue operational standards such as ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO27001Responsible for change management of our internal CRM/PSA, and implementing/training impacted teams Integrations & Reporting: Drive, manage and coordinate integration tasks from acquired businesses - facilitating systems and process integration into the group post-acquisition and liaising with all stakeholders.Drive structured reporting functions across the group - Power BI reports - scoping new reports, working with department managers on best ways to display information, working with the developer to create the reports, testing reports to support our objective to have 'Beautiful Data' integrated across our business.Provide executive reports on operational departments. Corporate & Compliance Manage the team that looks after vehicle fleet, facilities, and H&S across multiple sites and review better ways of working.Own operational budgets such as vehicles and buildings.Maintain and oversee operational risk management, including privacy, GDPR and data protection, working closely with relevant functional leads.Ensure operational activities comply with regulatory, contractual and certification requirements, and support the wider governance framework.Act as the senior H&S accountable owner-maintain policies, risk assessments and ensure our H&S audits are completed each year. What we're looking for: Previous Operational leadership experiencePrevious work at Board level or equivalentPreferred experience in an IT Managed Service Provider or a technology led businessAbility to manage people effectively and get the best out of othersProven track record on process improvements and operational effectiveness Benefits: Competitive salary of £50-65k (experience depending).Inclusive EMI Share Equity Scheme - own a slice of the "Purple Pie"Day off for your birthday.Day off for other life's milestones - such as weddings, moving house, child's first day at school, or religious holidays.Give back day to support your chosen charity.Savings on gym memberships, shopping and other discounts available through Perkbox.Variety of social events & team building opportunities are available.Opportunities for professional growth and development.Collaborative and supportive work environment. Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of Director of Operations, IT Operations Manager, IT Operations Management, IT Director, Operations Director, Senior Operations Director may also be considered for this role.

A highly respected UK financial services organisation is seeking an experienced Operations Director to play a pivotal role in delivering its strategic and operational objectives.Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer, this role will provide leadership across core operational functions, ensuring that systems, processes, and people are aligned to support sustainable growth, regulatory excellence, and operational efficiency. The Role The Operations Director will be responsible for directing and controlling the ongoing operations of the business to meet the strategic and performance objectives set by the Executive Board. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, the role will focus on optimising operational delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement Key responsibilities include: Providing strategic leadership across operational teams to deliver agreed business and performance objectivesCollaborating with Transformation and Technology functions to develop and implement effective operational strategies within agreed budgets and resourcing levelsReviewing, developing, and enhancing operational systems and processes to meet evolving organisational needsDefining and monitoring key operational KPIs, producing clear analysis and insight to support Executive Board decision-making and effective governanceOverseeing operational budgets and productivity, driving cost efficiencies and improved output through people and process optimisationLeading, motivating, and developing a high-performing operational management teamEnsuring operating objectives and performance standards are clearly understood and fully owned across teamsMaintaining robust operational controls that align with internal regulatory standards and the organisation's risk appetiteWorking collaboratively with other senior leaders to ensure alignment of strategy, priorities, and communication across the business Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a commercially astute operational leader with a strong track record within regulated financial services environments Essential experience and attributes include: Degree-level qualification or equivalent, or 10+ years' senior operational management experienceExperience operating at a strategic leadership levelProven experience managing multiple department heads across complex operational functionsStrong working knowledge of financial services regulation and best-practice operational managementDemonstrable experience designing and implementing productivity and performance measurement frameworksExcellent analytical capability with a data-driven approach to decision-makingStrong communication, influencing, and leadership skillsExperience leading large-scale projects and driving organisational changeClear alignment with the organisation's core values and leadership behaviours Visit the IDEX Consulting Ltd website for further opportunities. Please note that the information supplied may be retained for up to 10 years for use in connection with future vacancies. For full information on how we use your data, please visit the IDEX Consulting website and view our Privacy Policy. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Mission At IDEX, we strive for an inclusion-first company culture where everyone is treated fairly and can bring their authentic selves to work. We recognise and acknowledge that diverse representation at every level of our business requires continuous and measurable effort. We are committed to driving conscious inclusion across our business and creating equitable pathways.

Operations Director Glasgow £60,000 to £70,000 per Annum Permanent Role We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to provide strategic and hands-on leadership within a respected, engineering-led consultancy. This Operations Director role is based in Glasgow and offers the opportunity to influence operational performance, culture, and long-term direction within a business known for their technical capabilities. The Operations Director will be responsible for turning business strategy into effective operational plans, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently. Working from Glasgow, you will collaborate closely with senior technical and commercial leaders to align people, processes, and resources with client and organisational objectives. The company has a long-established reputation within the built environment and engineering consultancy sector, delivering high-quality advice across complex and technically demanding projects. As part of a wider group of specialist consultancies, the business benefits from strong governance, shared expertise, and long-term investment, while retaining a close-knit, collaborative culture focused on people development and sustainable growth. Operations Director, Candidate Requirements: Lead and optimise day-to-day operations across engineering and consultancy teamsDrive consistency, quality, and efficiency in project delivery and resource planningImplement robust systems, controls, and performance metricsSupport business growth and continuous improvement initiatives Operations Director opportunity, Company Benefits: Company vehicleEnhanced Pension SchemeHybrid workingFlexible workingClear progression path Interested in this or other roles in Geotechnical or Geo-Environmental, please do not hesitate to contact William Lisle at or call . We have many more vacancies available on our website. This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.