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Director of Operations

Valoris Group257 open roles

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£120,000 – £150,000 a year
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Cardiff, United Kingdom, Remote
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Job Title: Director of Operations Location: Cardiff (Hybrid / Office-Based) Salary: £120,000 – £150,000 + Performance Bonus Sector: Renewable Energy / Energy Efficiency / Retrofit Reports to: Chief Executive Officer Direct Reports: Operational Managers / Department Leads

Director of Operations – Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Programmes

An established and rapidly growing renewable energy and energy services organisation is seeking an experienced Director of Operations to support the next phase of national expansion.

With over four decades of experience delivering heating, solar and energy efficiency solutions, the business operates at significant scale across the UK supporting national programmes focused on reducing fuel poverty, improving housing standards and supporting the transition to Net Zero.

Following recent investment and the launch of an ambitious five-year growth strategy, the organisation is now seeking a senior operational leader to ensure its operational delivery infrastructure can scale efficiently while maintaining quality, compliance and performance.

Role Overview

The Director of Operations will oversee all operational delivery across installation programmes and service divisions, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in full compliance with regulatory and accreditation frameworks.

Working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team, this role will translate strategic growth plans into scalable operational structures capable of supporting the companys expansion over the next five years.

The successful candidate will bring strong leadership experience within energy efficiency, retrofit, renewables, utilities or regulated construction environments.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day operational delivery of installation and service programmes Ensure operational teams deliver projects safely, efficiently and to required quality standards Develop operational processes capable of supporting continued growth and increased delivery volumes Monitor operational performance against delivery targets and KPIs

Strategic Delivery Planning

Translate company strategy into clear operational delivery plans Support the CEO and senior leadership team in executing business growth objectives Implement systems and structures to scale operational delivery nationally

Programme and Installation Delivery

Oversee large-scale installation programmes including heating, renewable and energy efficiency works Ensure installation programmes are delivered within contractual requirements and performance frameworks Manage operational resources across multiple regional teams

Team Leadership

Provide leadership and direction to operational managers and department leads Develop high-performing operational teams capable of scaling with business growth Promote collaboration across departments including commercial, technical and compliance teams

Compliance & Industry Standards

Ensure operational delivery complies with regulatory and industry frameworks Maintain oversight of accreditation requirements and quality standards Work closely with compliance teams to maintain operational integrity

Supplier & Supply Chain Management

Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and delivery partners Ensure effective coordination across the operational supply chain Support strategic supply chain development as the business scales

Financial & Commercial Oversight

Manage operational budgets and expenditure Support financial forecasting and operational cost control Provide operational insights to support strategic financial planning

Candidate Profile

Essential Experience

Significant senior operational leadership experience Experience within renewable energy, energy efficiency, retrofit, utilities or construction sectors Experience managing large-scale installation or programme delivery environments Strong understanding of operational compliance and regulatory frameworks Proven ability to lead operational teams and manage delivery performance Experience managing operational budgets and performance metrics

Desirable Experience

Experience delivering large-scale retrofit or energy efficiency programmes Exposure to government-backed schemes or regulated installation frameworks Experience working within rapidly growing organisations

Personal Attributes

Strategic operational leader capable of scaling delivery functions Comfortable operating in fast-growth environments Experienced managing complex installation programmes Strong leadership and communication skills Commercially aware with strong operational insight

Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-established renewable energy and heating organisation at a pivotal stage in its growth journey.

The successful candidate will play a critical leadership role in shaping the companys operational structure and supporting its expansion across the UK.

Location

Cardiff based role with hybrid working available. Regular interaction with operational teams and leadership across the organisation.

Salary & Package

£120,000 – £150,000 basic salary depending on experience Performance related bonus Senior leadership position within a growing national organisation

Confidential Search

This role is being handled as a confidential executive search. The client name will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates following initial qualification and approval.

For further information or a confidential discussion please contact:

Spencer Gregson-Gray Managing Director Valoris Group Limited

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