Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Southampton – OTE £72,000 per annum

Operations Manager role at SAFETY-KLEEN UK LIMITED
. The Operations Manager oversees the entire Montrose operation, managing P&L and leading a diverse team of field‑based service engineers, waste‑collection staff, warehouse operatives and administration. The role is pivotal in shaping service delivery, safety standards, and company profitability.

• Base Salary £60,000 OTE – £72,000 inclusive of performance bonus
• £3,900 Car Allowance
• Monday to Friday – no weekend work
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
• 5% Contributory Pension scheme
• Family Life assurance of 3× life cover salary
• Private healthcare scheme from day 1
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Corporate discount scheme focusing on wellbeing (including discounted Virgin Active Gym membership)
• Discount and cashback at multiple retailers
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme
• Employee recognition programme
• Employee referral scheme
• Support and access to internal and external courses to advance your career

Safetykleen is a leading provider of parts cleaning, waste collection and environmental advisory services across Europe. Employing over 2,000 people and serving more than 50,000 businesses in 16 countries, we deliver over 1 million services annually through a robust branch network. Our headquarters are in London and we are backed by Apax, a leading private‑equity firm.

• Recruit, lead, develop and motivate teams of field‑based Service & Sales Technicians, Waste Collection reps, Warehouse and Customer Service/Administrators.
• Provide effective, regular communication, direction, coaching, training, feedback and monthly one‑on‑ones to ensure operational excellence.
• Oversee retention and contract renewals of our existing customer base, guaranteeing timely service delivery and exceeding service‑level expectations.
• Maximise efficiency through route, fleet and resource planning and allocation.
• Maintain the highest Health & Safety standards through risk assessment, investigations and accurate reporting.
• Manage operational performance and costs with rigorous P&L ownership.

• Qualified Transport Manager Certificate of Professional Competence (CPC); advantageous.
• Leadership: lead teams on an inclusive journey with respect, courage and action.
• Customer‑focused: seek optimal solutions for customers and recognise that our success is driven by customer success.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills – clear, concise and genuinely engaged.
• Achievement/Goal driven: set ambitious standards and challenge goals, determined to exceed them.
• Organised: stay focused on tasks and utilise time and energy efficiently.
• Resilience and tenacity: handle pressure, recover from setbacks, remain optimistic and self‑confident.
• Valid UK Driver’s Licence.

• Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Strategic Management Services
• Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom