Operations Manager in Bristol (County)

Key Responsibilities1. Operational & Delivery Management

Lead, schedule, and optimize daily operations for field engineers and contractors across gas, heating, and electrical trade disciplines.

Manage resource allocation and workforce planning to maintain high first-time fix rates, meet project milestones, and uphold service level agreements (SLAs).

Oversee job management systems to monitor workflow progress, logistics, and field productivity from initial dispatch to completion.

Collaborate closely with office administration and dispatch teams to optimize routing, vehicle utilization, and client communications.

2. People & Team Leadership

Provide daily leadership, mentorship, and support to field engineers, sub-contractors, and apprentices.

Conduct regular performance reviews, toolbox talks, standard appraisals, and 1-to-1 meetings to promote team engagement and accountability.

Identify training and upskilling needs to maintain compliance with Gas Safe, NICEIC electrical standards, and emerging clean-energy technologies.

Address performance and operational bottlenecks proactively in line with company governance.

3. Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure strict adherence to Gas Safe regulations, BS 7671 (18th Edition Wiring Regulations), Building Regulations, and health & safety statutory requirements.

Conduct and support site audits, risk assessments, quality control checks, and incident/near-miss investigations.

Maintain equipment compliance across the field fleet, tool inventories, safety gear, and mobile devices (PDAs).

4. Commercial & Financial Control

Monitor project and job costs, stock utilization, rework rates, and operational overheads to protect division margins.

Analyze operational KPIs, field performance metrics, and profitability reports to identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Assist in managing key local authority contracts, housing association frameworks, and commercial account relationships.

Candidate Requirements & Person SpecificationExperience & Knowledge

Management Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of operational management or supervisory experience within the heating, gas, M&E, or building services sectors.

Multi-Trade Understanding: Solid practical knowledge of domestic gas heating systems, electrical installations, testing, and modern heating controls.

Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of operational KPIs, job margin control, and resource efficiency.

Technical Systems: Confident using modern digital dispatch/CRM management software, Microsoft Office, and operational reporting suites.

Qualifications (Desirable / Beneficial)

Valid Gas Safe qualifications (CCN1, CENWAT, CKR1, HTR1) or relevant electrical certifications (18th Edition, NVQ Level 3 Electrical).

MCS Compliance 

Health & Safety qualification (e.g., IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate).

Full UK Driving Licence (required).

Personal Attributes

Proactive Leader: Strong communicator who sets clear standards and leads by example.

Problem Solver: Calm under pressure with a pragmatic approach to overcoming daily operational challenges.

Customer-Centric: Committed to delivering top-tier service quality and maintaining strong client relationships.

Package & Benefits

Salary: (£45,000 – £55,000 per annum, negotiable dependent on experience)

Vehicle / Allowance: Company vehicle or commercial business car allowance

Work Location: Bristol 

Benefits:

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Comprehensive pension scheme

Mobile phone, laptop, and corporate equipment

Employee discount program

Direct access to executive leadership and clear long-term career progression