Operations Manager
Our client is one of the Pioneers of alternative Energy in New Zealand with over 30 years experience designing, supplying and installing solar power systems for residential, motor homes & commercial industries. They have an excellent reputation with helping their customers with solar energy requirements including grid tied, off-grid power, hybrid and other solutions.The company has approx. 15 people currently and is growing at a rapid rate. Due to the workload and the demand on their services they have a strategic plan in place to double the company within the next 2 years and thus have requirement of an Operations Manager to be in place to help with this growth phase in the company. Due to the technical nature of the company, the ideal person will be EWRB registered but off the tools and have experience managing teams, this is however not a deal breaker for the right person. About the role: As the Operations manager, you will ensure that the company operations run smoothly and on time. You will work with people, core operations, budgets, project delivery, and in company strategy. 80% of the role will be operations and 20% in the field will be providing technical support to the teams. Other key responsibilities: People management which includes the planning of jobs (there is a sales team, engineers & installers), planning resources and materials Establish & document policies and procedures for the company Act as the 2IC to the MDTo be successful for this role:Relevant industry knowledge and experience within the Electrical sector, preferably supported by a relevant tertiary qualification or similar (Electrical or EWRB registered) Experienced in managing dynamic service related schedules Previous people management experience with a passion to to grow and develop teams Excellent communication and problem-solving skills An understanding of quality systems and policies, Health, Safety etc This is a new role which is great as you can make it your own, wont have previous shoes to fill and definitely be part of the story of the growth of the company. In return you will be rewarded with a competitive salary and join this close knit team that enjoys coming to work, helping customers and has fun doing so. The manager is really supportive and will go the extra mile to make sure everyone succeeds. If this role sounds like it is for you, then please apply or send your CV to: jobs@roblawmax.co.nz quoting JV72208 as the reference number. Alternatively give Juanel a call on 04 471 6985 for more information on this opportunity.
