Operations Manager in Gloucester
Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as an Operations Manager!\n
Location: Berkeley, Gloucestershire
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Compensation: Competitive Salary + Benefits
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Role Type: Full-time / Permanent
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Role ID: SF76594
About Us\n
At Cavendish Nuclear, we’re dedicated to creating a safe and secure world. By joining us as an Operations Manager at our Berkeley site, you’ll play a vital role in our mission. Together, we can make a difference!
The Role\n
As an Operations Manager, you will lead operational activities in a specialist services environment, ensuring that we meet customer requirements, regulatory obligations, and business objectives.
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You’ll work 37 hours per week with the flexibility of hybrid working patterns, requiring a minimum of three days onsite.
Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities\n
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- Lead, coordinate, and develop operational teams to ensure effective resource deployment and achievement of objectives.
- Deliver health, safety, quality, environmental, and security performance through strong leadership and accountability.
- Implement operational plans, schedules, and improvement programs to meet departmental objectives and key performance indicators.
- Champion continuous improvement initiatives and introduce innovative approaches to enhance operational performance.
- Manage budgets and build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support business performance and customer satisfaction.
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What We’re Looking For Essential Experience\n
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- Proven track record in delivering multiple complex services across various operational activities.
- Strong operational leadership experience in a regulated environment.
- Financial awareness, including previous profit and loss responsibility.
- Sound commercial awareness and customer service expertise.
- Experience in developing and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.
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Qualifications\n
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- Demonstrable operational management experience in manufacturing, engineering, nuclear, defence, utilities, or similarly regulated environments.
- Ability to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance.
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What We Offer\n
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- Generous holiday allowance
- Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance
- Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+
- Employee share scheme
- Employee shopping savings portal
- Payment of Professional Fees
- 10 days special paid leave for reservists in the armed forces
- Holiday Trading: buy additional leave or sell up to one working week of annual leave
- ‘Be Kind Day’: one day’s paid leave for volunteering with a chosen organization or registered charity
- Excellent development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including an employee assistance program for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
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Why Cavendish?\n
As part of a team of around 5,000 specialists within the Babcock International Group, you’ll contribute to critical projects in clean energy, defence, and civil decommissioning. Together, we’re shaping a sustainable future while respecting your work-life balance.
Join Us!\n
We are a confident committed employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please let us know. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive. We’re also happy to discuss flexible working options during the interview.
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Closing Date: 20/11/2026
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Let’s shape the future together at Cavendish Nuclear!