TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists
Head of Operations
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An Exciting Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a rapidly growing technology business that is transforming one of the world's least automated industries.
Backed by leading investors and operating at the intersection of robotics, manufacturing, and construction technology, our client has developed an innovative product that is already being deployed internationally. With significant growth plans across the UK, Europe, and North America, they are looking to appoint a Head of Field Operations to build and lead their operational capability.
This is a unique opportunity to join at an early stage and play a key role in defining how the business scales globally.
The Role
Reporting directly to the COO, you will take ownership of the end-to-end deployment and operation of the company's products across customer sites. You will be responsible for developing the operational blueprint that will support future growth, ensuring successful deployments while driving continuous improvement across people, processes, and systems.
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This role combines operations, programme management, logistics, and customer delivery, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building functions from the ground up.
Key Responsibilities
- Own the deployment lifecycle from planning and mobilisation through to decommissioning and redeployment.
- Develop and implement scalable operational processes, procedures, and KPIs.
- Work closely with commercial teams to ensure successful customer onboarding and long-term partnerships.
- Manage site readiness, staffing, logistics, and operational performance.
- Lead health & safety, compliance, permitting, and insurance activities.
- Monitor performance data and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost, and delivery timelines.
- Build relationships with suppliers, partners, and external stakeholders.
- Support the growth of the operational function as the business expands internationally.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience building or scaling an operations, logistics, or deployment function.
- Strong project or programme management experience within a technical environment.
- Experience working within manufacturing, construction, industrial automation, robotics, or engineering businesses.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
- A hands-on approach coupled with strategic thinking.
- The ability to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment.
- Willingness to travel internationally as required.
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Desirable Experience
- Construction Technology (ConTech)
- Industrial Automation
- Robotics
- Modular Construction
- Manufacturing Operations
- Supply Chain & Logistics
- Start-up or scale-up environments
What's On Offer
- Salary of £60,000 - £80,000.
- Meaningful equity package.
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Opportunity to build and lead a function from its inception.
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and business strategy.
- A chance to make a significant impact within a high-growth technology business.
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