Fire and Security Operations Manager

4way Recruitment has partnered directly with an established fire and security provider to secure a permanent Operations Manager for their team. Our client has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service and maintenance solutions across Hampshire and the surrounding areas, and is recruiting due to continued growth. This role oversees the day-to-day running of the service and maintenance operation, suiting either an experienced Operations or Service Manager, or a Senior Fire & Security Engineer ready to step into management.

(Operations Manager, Career Progression + Office-Based)

Location of works: Waterlooville (office-based, with occasional site visits)

Salary Bracket: Up to £50,000 per annum (DOE)
On target earnings (OTE): Up to £50,000, plus company benefits
Industry: Fire & Security

Recruitment Partner: 4way Recruitment is the UK’s specialist recruitment agency exclusively focused on the Fire & Security sector.

About Our Customer
4way Recruitment has partnered directly with an established fire and security provider to secure a permanent Operations Manager for their team. Our client has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality service and maintenance solutions across Hampshire and the surrounding areas, and is recruiting due to continued growth. This role oversees the day-to-day running of the service and maintenance operation, suiting either an experienced Operations or Service Manager, or a Senior Fire & Security Engineer ready to step into management.

Salary and Benefits – Operations Manager

  • Up to £50,000 basic salary (DOE)
  • Company vehicle
  • Company phone and laptop
  • 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising by 1 day per completed year of service
  • Company pension scheme
  • Permanent, full-time position

Key Responsibilities – Operations Manager

  • Managing the day-to-day running of the service and maintenance department
  • Overseeing the maintenance database, ensuring planned visits are scheduled and completed efficiently
  • Managing incoming service calls and coordinating engineer workloads
  • Providing technical support over the phone, diagnosing faults and helping engineers or customers resolve issues remotely where possible
  • Attending site when needed to support engineers with more complex technical issues
  • Supporting the business through BAFE and NSI audits and assessments
  • Maintaining health & safety procedures and company compliance standards
  • Working closely with engineers and senior management to deliver an excellent customer experience

Skills and experience – Operations Manager:

  • Strong technical knowledge of fire and security systems
  • Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Service Manager, Technical Support Engineer or Senior Fire & Security Engineer
  • Confident diagnosing faults across fire and security systems
  • Good understanding of planned preventative maintenance scheduling
  • Knowledge of BAFE, NSI and health & safety requirements
  • Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills
  • Full UK driving licence

Why Join this Company?
Market Position: An established fire and security provider with a strong reputation for service and maintenance solutions across Hampshire and the surrounding areas.
Work Culture: A genuine opportunity to step away from the tools and into a leadership role without losing touch with the technical side, shaping the service department and becoming a key part of the management team.

Apply through 4Way Recruitment Today!
If you’re an experienced Operations Manager based in or near Waterlooville, this is your chance to join a respected company offering real work-life balance, strong earning potential, and professional development.

Keywords to support your application: Operations Manager, Service Manager, Fire & Security Manager, Technical Support Engineer, Senior Fire & Security Engineer, BAFE, NSI, PPM, Planned Preventative Maintenance, Waterlooville, Hampshire, Portsmouth, Southampton

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