Director of Operations

Director of Operations
Renewable Energy
Cardiff
GBP120,000 – GBP150,000 PA

The Company
This leading UK renewable energy and energy services provider deliver award–winning heating, solar, and energy efficiency solutions that support the UK's transition to Net Zero.
With over 40 years of industry experience, the company has built a national reputation for quality, innovation, and large–scale delivery of energy efficiency programmes.
They play a key role in the Warmer Homes Scheme, helping households across the UK reduce energy bills, improve home comfort and address fuel poverty within communities
The business is well established and embarking on a considerable five year growth phase to triple the size of the organisation which is supported by substansiatal investment from a leading global investment firm.
This investment places the company in a strong position to scale operational delivery and expand its national footprint.

The Role
My client is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to oversee operational delivery and support the company through its next stage in growth.
Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, the successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that operational activities are efficient, compliant, scalable, and aligned with the company's strategic objectives.
This role will play a critical part in ensuring the operational infrastructure can support the planned expansion of the business over the next five years.

Key Responsibilities
Operational Management

• Oversee the day–to–day operational activities of the organisation.
• Ensure operational teams deliver services efficiently and to required quality standards.
• Coordinate operational resources to ensure projects and services are delivered effectively.
• Identify and implement improvements to operational processes and systems.

Operational Planning

• Translate organisational strategy into operational delivery plans.
• Support the CEO in implementing business priorities across operational departments.
• Monitor operational performance against targets and KPIs.

Team Leadership

• Provide leadership and direction to operational managers and teams.
• Support the development of high–performing operational teams.
• Promote effective communication and collaboration across departments.

Compliance & Industry Standards

• Ensure operational activities comply with relevant legislation, accreditation standards, and industry regulations.
• Maintain oversight of regulatory compliance relating to operational delivery.
• Support engagement with accreditation bodies, regulators, and industry stakeholders.

Supplier & Stakeholder Management

• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and operational partners.
• Support effective collaboration across the supply chain.
• Represent the organisation in operational and industry meetings where required.

Financial Oversight

• Manage operational budgets and expenditure.
• Support forecasting and cost management.
• Provide operational insight to support financial planning.

Requirements
The successful applicant will have the following experience, skills and qualities:

• Significant experience in senior operational leadership roles.
• Experience within energy efficiency, retrofit, renewables, construction, or regulated installation sectors.
• Strong understanding of industry regulatory and accreditation frameworks.
• Experience managing operational teams and delivery performance.
• Proven stakeholder and supplier management capability.
• Experience delivering large–scale installation or energy efficiency programmes.
• Experience working with accredited industry schemes or regulatory frameworks.
• A strategic operator who can scale operational delivery
• Experienced in high–volume installation or programme delivery environments
• Comfortable working within regulated sectors
• Able to lead teams through rapid growth and operational change

In Return
This is a rare opportunity to join an organisation at a time of exceptional growth and development. An excellent remuneration package is on offer for proven skills within the renewable energy sector.
For more information contact Kim Simpson of Work Wales for a confidential discussion.