Operations Director
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Job Summary
OCU are seeking an exceptional Operations Director to provide strategic leadership and shape the future of our operational performance within substations civils cabling and associated infrastructure regulated projects based in Greenwich.
This is a pivotal executive role for a commercially minded leader who can translate strategy into execution drive operational excellence and build high-performing teams across complex infrastructure environments. If you thrive on accountability continuous improvement and delivering measurable business results this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.
About the role
As Operations Director you will provide strategic direction across all operational functions ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of projects and services.
A key focus of this role will include oversight of:
UKPN DNO works substations civils cabling and associated infrastructure
Other DNO works substations civils cabling and associated infrastructure
You will play a critical role in ensuring projects are delivered safely efficiently compliantly and profitably while aligning operational strategy with wider business objectives.
This role requires a leader who can balance strategic oversight with strong operational control someone experienced in regulated environments and infrastructure delivery.
Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute operational strategies aligned to company growth objectives
Identify opportunities for expansion optimisation and competitive advantage
Shape long-term operational roadmaps to support sustainable success
Operational Excellence
Oversee delivery across production supply chain logistics facilities and customer operations
Lead DNO project delivery (UKPN and other DNO frameworks) ensuring works across substations civils and cabling are delivered to the highest standards
Ensure operational activities meet quality regulatory safety and performance standards
Team Leadership & Development
Lead and inspire department heads managers and operational teams
Build a high-performance culture focused on safety accountability and results
Provide mentorship structure and succession planning
Performance & Continuous Improvement
Establish and monitor KPIs across all operational functions
Analyse performance data to drive informed decision-making
Champion process optimisation cost efficiencies and operational innovation
Financial & Commercial Management
Manage operational budgets forecasts and financial performance
Ensure operational delivery supports profitability and sustainable growth
Stakeholder & Risk Management
Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Maintain strong relationships with DNO partners suppliers and key stakeholders
Ensure full compliance with regulatory standards and proactively mitigate operational risk
About you
Strong background in managing and leading DNO frameworks substations civils and cabling works
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Operations Management or related field
Proven senior leadership experience within operations ideally within utilities or infrastructure sectors
Strategic thinker with strong execution capability
Demonstrable financial acumen and budget management expertise
Exceptional leadership and stakeholder engagement skills
Deep understanding of regulatory safety and compliance standards
This is more than an operations role its a strategic leadership opportunity within a growing organisation delivering critical infrastructure.
If youre ready to lead complex operations strengthen performance across DNO frameworks and drive long-term growth wed love to hear from you.
Driven by values powered by inclusion.
At OCU our values guide everything we do: integrity collaboration respect innovation and one company united. They shape how we work with our clients communities and each other. We believe that inclusion is more than a principle its the foundation of our success. By embracing equity and ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive we create a workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone feels they belong.
Together we build stronger teams deliver better outcomes and grow in ways that reflect the communities we serve. If you want to be part of a culture where values matter and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do apply now and help us shape the future together.
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Key Skills
- Employee Relations
- Employee Evaluation
- Management Experience
- Profit & Loss
- Conflict Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
- Leadership management
- Financial Planning
About Company
Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.Working directly with many of the countrys leading blue-chip power water telecoms and ra ... View more
