Operations Director

Location
Carlisle, Cumbria
Salary Package
Bonus, pension, progression, hybrid working
Posted
7th Dec 2025
Consultants
Charlie Wilson

Eames are exclusively partnering with private equity backed solar energy business to hire an Operations Director.

This is a senior leadership role requiring strong strategic thinking, excellent people management, and deep operational expertise within the renewable energy, electrical, or construction sectors.

Key Tasks / Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership & Planning: Develop and implement operational strategies to support company growth across installation and field service divisions.
  • Field Operations Management: Oversee daily operations for installation teams, maintenance technicians, and subcontractors.
  • Project Delivery & Quality Control: Ensure all installation and service projects meet technical standards, industry regulations, and internal quality expectations.
  • Health, Safety & Regulatory Compliance: Champion a safety-first culture across all field operations and install teams.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Lead, mentor, and develop field managers, project leaders, and operational support staff.
  • Customer Experience & Stakeholder Management: Work closely with sales, engineering, and customer service teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
  • Process Improvement & Technology: Identify opportunities for operational improvements, cost reduction, and workflow optimisation.

Person Requirements:

  • Proven experience in an operations leadership role within solar PV, electrical contracting, construction, or renewable energy.
  • Strong understanding of solar installation processes, field service operations, and technical standards.
  • Demonstrated experience managing large field teams and multi-site operations.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong analytical and strategic-planning capabilities.

What's on Offer

  • £75-85,000 (Flexible DOE)
  • Generous bonus and LTIP scheme
  • 25 days+ annual leave
  • Excellent benefits pack

Eames Consulting is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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