Interim Operations Manager - Engineering

The Opportunity

We are recruiting an Interim Operations Manager for an established engineering and machinery manufacturing business in Newark.

Reporting directly to the Director, you will oversee the day-to-day running of the business, providing leadership to an experienced team while maintaining control of operational performance, finances and project delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineering professional who combines strong technical knowledge with commercial awareness and a supportive leadership style.

The Role

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the business and coordinate operational activities.
• Lead and support an established team of Project Managers, engineers, workshop personnel and technical specialists.
• Monitor budgets, project margins, operational costs and overall financial performance.
• Oversee bespoke machinery manufacturing, fabrication, welding and mechanical/electrical engineering activities.
• Coordinate workshop and site installation resources to ensure projects progress effectively and customer commitments are met.
• Work closely with the Director and existing management team to resolve challenges and improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain appropriate health, safety, quality and regulatory standards.

About You

• You will have a strong background in mechanical or electrical engineering, ideally within machinery manufacturing, process engineering or a similar industrial environment.
• You will also bring:
• Experience in an Operations Manager, Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Manager or General Management role.
• A good understanding of machinery manufacturing, fabrication and mechanical/electrical engineering processes.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and overseeing project delivery.
• Financial awareness, including budgets, project costs and margins.
• Strong communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
• A practical, approachable leadership style with the ability to support an established team without micromanaging.

If you are an experienced engineering leader looking for an interim opportunity where you can make a positive impact on an established business, we would welcome a conversation.