Assistant Operations Manager

We are now looking to fill this permanent position to be based at our Head Office in Chippenham.

Reporting to the Engineering & Operations Manager, the right candidate will ensure that the stores and procurement team delivers quality and commercial viability and meets internal and external customer expectations.

We are looking for a candidate with an interest in day-to-day operations, management of procurement, stores & logistics, as well as the effective dispatch of completed equipment and ancillary materials. The role encompasses responsibility and personnel management for the members of staff that undertake these activities.

The role and requires somebody who enjoys the diversity of this role as well as managing and supporting people within respected teams. It would also suit somebody potentially looking for future career development.

Your core responsibilities are:

• Support the Engineering and Operations Manager in the preparation and monitoring of the departmental budget
• Ensure that the company supply chain offers best value to the business
• Ensure timely procurement of any project/stock materials in line with the planned assembly dates with support from the Purchasing / Admin Assistant
• Optimise inventory levels to meet the requirements of the business
• Optimise allocation of workload amongst the Stores team to ensure work is completed on time and efficiently
• Ensure you are fully aware of and adhere to the procurement limits set by the company
• Ensure that workshop supervisor is effectively managing workshop activities on time and within budget
• Analyse and report variances from budgeted build hours and costs
• Plan for and facilitate any building maintenance required at head office
• Work closely with HR to recruit staff and sub-contractors
• Ensure that all equipment dispatched from the workshop has been appropriately tested, packed and is accompanied by the necessary documentation.
• Liaise with the Projects Co-ordinator to ensure transport requirements are in place to provide timely delivery of equipment and spares
• Work closely with the Engineering and Operations Manager and HR Manager to recruit employees within your remit
• Monitor, appraise and motivate the employees you are responsible for with the support of the Engineering and Operations Manager
• Facilitate any department personnel issues in conjunction with the HR Manager
• Be a “Leader” in safety and promote positive health & safety values
• Ensure compliance with statutory inspections such as thorough examination and test of lifting equipment & accessories

Your profile:

• You will have the ability to handle a diversity of responsibilities
• You will have good verbal and written communication skills
• You will have good attention to detail
• You will ideally have gained experience in a dynamic working environment and are able to work on multiple tasks to a given deadline
• You will enjoy working with a variety of people and you are confident in your ability to build relationships with external and internal stakeholders
• You will need to be conversant with an internal ERP system after a period of training
• You can demonstrate commitment to customer satisfaction
• You enjoy solving problems
• You have the ability to bring out the best in the people you work with, as a team and individuals

In addition you will have a flexible attitude towards handling the different aspects of the role and be enthusiastic about learning. As the right candidate, you will be highly self-motivated and resourceful, with strong organisational skills and sense of ownership of the tasks given and be able to demonstrate initiative and diligence towards detail.

HUBER Technology’s culture is built on strong values with a focus on supporting professional and personal development. HUBER Technology is proud to be IIP Gold accredited.

We offer an interesting role that provides a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package in an organisation that has strong core values and where people matter. Our people are paramount to achieving our mission, to protect and enhance the environment with sustainable waste water solutions.

If you are interested, please click the apply button with a covering letter.

Job Type: Permanent

Salary: £37,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus scheme

Work Location: One location

Reference ID: SS230210