Head of Southern Operations
📍 South of England, UK
💼 Permanent | £50,000–£60,000 + Car Allowance or Company Vehicle + Bonus Scheme

Ready to lead with purpose and drive real impact?
We’re looking for an experienced, people-first leader to oversee a high-value, multi-site operation across the South of England. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a well-established portfolio (worth approx. £5M annually) and lead teams delivering services in retail, care, and public sector spaces.

As Head of Southern Operations, you’ll report directly to the National Operations Director and play a key role in delivering service excellence, building strong client partnerships, and driving commercial success.

🚀 What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the delivery of multi-site contracts with a clear strategic and operational focus

• Build and nurture long-term client relationships, acting as a trusted partner

• Inspire and support a high-performing team — encouraging collaboration, innovation, and development

• Own financial performance — from budgeting and forecasting to reporting

• Champion health & safety and ensure compliance with all industry regulations

• Drive continuous improvement and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery

✅ What We’re Looking For

• Proven senior leadership experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, construction, facilities, or similar sectors

• A track record of managing complex, multi-site operations and achieving strong commercial results

• Confident with financials — budgeting, forecasting, reporting

• Commercially minded with a focus on client satisfaction and service excellence

• A valid DBS (or willingness to undergo one)

• Full, clean UK driving licence

🎁 What You’ll Get

• 🚗 Electric company vehicle or car allowance

• 💰 Performance-related bonus scheme

• 🌴 Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly policies

• 🧠 Mental health and wellbeing support

• 🏆 Recognition and reward schemes

• 📈 Career development opportunities, mentorship, and leadership coaching

• 🤝 A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment