Operations Manager

Our Campsie factory specializes in the manufacturing of Vertiv PowerBoard low and medium voltage switchgear, serving critical infrastructure needs across data centers, industrial facilities, and commercial buildings and Vertiv Unify integrated platform software.

As the Operations Manager, you will act as a key senior leader, supporting the Plant Manager and Operations Director to deliver on customer needs while continuously improving performance across all operational areas. This is an opportunity to lead meaningful change, shape high-performing teams, and influence the future of site operations.

Join Vertiv and play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, performance, and a strong safety culture across our site in Campsie, Northern Ireland.

Role Responsibilities

Partner with senior leadership to enhance site performance, efficiency, and safety culture

Drive operational excellence through measurable continuous improvement initiatives

Support delivery of site KPIs and budget targets, ensuring effective cost control

Lead forecasting activities across multiple metrics, including customer demand and resource planning

Define and implement improvement projects that enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency

Champion change management and foster a high-performance culture across all teams

Evaluate existing processes and introduce smarter, more efficient ways of working

Establish and monitor KPIs to ensure optimal process performance

Lead and support critical business improvement projects

Collaborate cross-functionally to meet organisational goals and deadlines

Support organisational design and workforce planning aligned to business needs

Provide expert input into corporate initiatives, policy reviews, and change programmes

Promote employee engagement, motivation, and a people-first culture

Support HR on industrial relations matters when required

Qualifications

Proven leadership experience within a manufacturing, production, or similar environment

Strong track record of building and developing high-performing teams

Experience leading change and delivering continuous improvement (Lean / Six Sigma desirable)

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational skills

Ability to analyse processes and implement effective solutions

Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Management, or a related field (preferred)

Equivalent industry experience will also be considered

This is an onsite role at our growing palnt in Campsie, Derry where you will be part of a team of 3 Operations Managers supporting the Plant Manager

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