OCU
Operations Director - Energy North
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Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
Department: Large Energy Programmes
Location: Scotland
Description
OCU are recruiting, we have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Operations Director to come and join us based in the North of England. You will be responsible for providing strategic leadership and direction to the company's operations in the Non-Regulated Energy portfolio across the North of England and Scotland, ensuring the effective and efficient delivery of products and services. This role requires strong leadership skills, business acumen, and the ability to drive operational excellence across all areas of the organisation. The role will have P&L accountability of circa £120m per annum with strong growth aspirations into the subsequent financial years, leading a team of project directors on a range of projects across multiple sectors and clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategic plans and objectives for the company's operations in alignment with overall business goals and objectives. Identify opportunities for growth, expansion, and improvement in operational processes and systems.
- Team Leadership: Lead and manage the operations team, including department heads, managers, supervisors, and staff. Provide direction, guidance, and support to ensure that team members perform effectively and efficiently in their roles.
- Operational Management: Oversee all aspects of the company's operations, including production, supply chain, logistics, facilities management, and customer service. Ensure that operational activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
- Performance Monitoring: Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to monitor and evaluate the performance of operational activities. Track progress against targets, analyse data, and identify areas for improvement.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organisation. Identify opportunities for process optimisation, cost reduction, and efficiency gains. Implement best practices and initiatives to enhance operational performance and competitiveness.
- Financial Management: Manage operational budgets, forecasts, and financial performance. Monitor expenses, revenue, and profitability to ensure that operational activities are conducted within budget and contribute to overall business success.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including senior management, department heads, and cross-functional teams, to coordinate operational activities and achieve common goals. Build and maintain positive relationships with external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and clients.
- Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and best practices in all areas of operations. Identify and mitigate operational risks to protect the company's reputation, assets, and interests.
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Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Chartered member of MIET.
- Proven experience in senior leadership roles, with a focus on operations management in the renewable energy sector.
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent strategic planning and decision-making abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Sound financial acumen and budget management experience.
- Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and standards across both Power Distribution and Transmission.
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Job Benefits
At OCU, we believe that meaningful work should come with meaningful support. That's the principle behind Careers with Purpose, our commitment to ensuring every person at OCU feels supported, developed, and valued, not just in their role today, but throughout their career with us.
Alongside the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, we offer a benefits package that we are continuing to develop as we grow, and the kind of career acceleration that only comes from being inside a business moving at this pace.
As a rapidly growing organisation, there are genuine opportunities to progress, broaden your experience, and build a long-term career within OCU Group.
For a confidential conversation about this opportunity, please contact Hayley Hufton at hayley.hufton@ocugroup.com.
Our vacancies are typically advertised for two weeks; however, we reserve the right to close applications early should we receive a sufficient number of suitable candidates. We therefore encourage early applications.
To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process, by emailing recruitment@ocugroup.com.
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