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Operations Manager

Job Posted: 6 hours ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Preston

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Operations Manager

Location: Lancashire

Industry: Metal Recycling

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Our client, a UK-leading independent metal recycling business, is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to take ownership of daily yard operations and lead a team of 10. This is a hands-on management role focused on operational flow, workforce coordination, safety, and smooth communication across the site.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing and managing a team of 10 within a busy yard environment
Acting as the central point of communication between the yard, transport team, management, and H&S
Planning and coordinating material movement in and out of the yard
Monitoring weekly throughput (currently 300–400 tonnes per week)
Ensuring all prepared materials are accurately recorded
Driving efficiencies, productivity, and safe working practices
Maintaining high standards of environmental and health & safety compliance
Supporting with FLT and grab operations when required
Requirements:

Previous experience working within a yard environment
Proven experience managing or supervising a team
Strong planning and communication skills
Keen awareness of health & safety and the ability to ensure full compliance
FLT or grab experience beneficial
Package Details:

Salary: £40,000-£50,000 depending on level of experience
22 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas shutdown
Monday to Thursday: 08:00–17:00 / Friday: 08:00–15:30
Permanent, full-time role within a respected name in the industry.
To Contact Direct:

Daniel Barnett

Senior Executive Consultant

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