Head Of Operations

Position: Head Of Operations  Location: Newcastle 
Shift: Monday to Friday (Days) 
Salary: £45K to £55k DOE

We’re looking for a seasoned operations leader to oversee a large-scale, multi-site transport network. In this role, you’ll hold overall responsibility for delivering safe, dependable and fully compliant services across several depots. You’ll work closely with depot leadership teams, ensuring high standards are maintained while continuously improving performance and efficiency.

This is a senior, hands-on position suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally demanding environment and is confident making sound decisions under pressure.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Taking end-to-end ownership of operations across multiple bus and coach depots
• Ensuring services run safely, reliably and in line with regulatory requirements
• Leading, supporting and holding Depot Managers accountable for performance
• Maintaining high safety standards and embedding a strong compliance culture
• Managing incidents, disruption and operational risk effectively
• Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and cost control
• Producing clear and accurate performance reporting for senior stakeholders
• Collaborating with Engineering, Commercial, Finance and HR teams to support overall business objectives

   

  About You

• Significant senior leadership experience within transport, logistics or another safety-critical sector
• CPC qualified
• Experienced in managing large, geographically dispersed teams
• Strong knowledge of compliance and regulatory frameworks
• Demonstrated success in improving operational performance
• Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets and costs
• Calm, decisive and credible leader who can inspire confidence
• Comfortable communicating at all levels of the organisation

  Apply with your CV or contact Elliot Gotts at Kemp Recruitment on 07907865588

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