Head of Operations

An established and highly respected engineering business is seeking an experienced Head of Operations to lead and optimise operations within a world-class precision manufacturing environment.

The company specialises in the design, development, simulation and manufacture of high-performance powertrain systems, electronics and advanced engineering solutions for motorsport, automotive and marine applications. With an international reputation for technical excellence, they support elite-level racing programmes and cutting-edge engineering projects.

This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Managing Director, offering the opportunity to play a key part in shaping operational strategy within a growing, financially stable organisation known for its collaborative and supportive culture.

Head of Operations
Permanent
Monday to Thursday: 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm
Very Competitive Salary + Benefits + Bonus
Northampton

The Role
You will lead all operational activities across the manufacturing and engineering facility, ensuring efficiency, quality, delivery and continuous improvement across multiple departments. The role requires a strategic operational leader who can balance hands-on decision-making with long-term planning in a highly regulated precision engineering environment.

Head of Operations
Key responsibilities

Leading and developing cross-functional operational teams
Driving Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Overseeing planning, purchasing, manufacturing and operational integration
Managing operational KPIs, budgets and P&L responsibilities
Supporting new product introduction and engineering change implementation
Ensuring compliance with ISO9001, AS9100 and H&S requirements
Driving quality, efficiency and process optimisation across the facility
Supporting long-term operational growth and capability development
The successful candidate will manage seven direct reports across manufacturing, planning, quality, facilities and operational support functions.
Head of Operations
Essential Experience / Skills / Qualifications

Strong technical understanding of CNC machining and precision manufacturing
Experience in Motorsport, Formula One, Aerospace, High Performance Automotive or Advanced Precision Manufacturing
Experience within highly regulated engineering environments
Strong commercial awareness with P&L responsibility
Proven leadership experience managing sizeable operational teams
Strong understanding of planning, purchasing and manufacturing integration
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or operational excellence frameworks
Experience managing new product introduction and engineering changes into production
A collaborative, resilient and adaptable leadership style
Head of Operations
Company Benefits

Bonus scheme typically up to 10%
Up to 10% matched pension
Private medical scheme
Income protection
Death in service
35 days annual leave including bank holidays
Company-wide team events
Stable, growing business with long-term investment and growth plans
This is a fully site-based role.
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