Lead operational excellence and organisational transformation at Energy & Environment Awards, with the opportunity to shape a newly created leadership function role and potentially transition into a permanent appointment.
Energy & Environment Awards is seeking an Interim Head of Operations to provide leadership, stability and strategic direction during an important period of organisational development.
Initially appointed for approximately three to four months, you will ensure operational continuity, lead teams through the transition and help shape the organisation’s future direction. The role may develop into a longer-term opportunity for the right individual.
Who we are
Energy & Environment Awards is the specialist awarding organisation for the energy and utilities sector and forms part of the Energy & Utility Skills Group.
We deliver technical and safety-critical qualifications, apprenticeship assessments and EUSR, the utilities sector’s UK-wide register of safety and competence and industry-recognised training programmes and assessments that support skills, safety and competence across the sector. Through our flagship services and strong relationships with employers, training providers and industry bodies, we play a vital role in developing the current and future workforce of the UK’s energy and utilities industries.
We have ambitious growth plans and are committed to delivering consistently excellent customer experience, operational performance and regulatory compliance.
About the role
This is more than a traditional interim assignment.
Whilst the immediate priority is to provide leadership and continuity during a period of organisational transition, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the future operating model, influence organisational culture and contribute to long-term strategic delivery.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading operational delivery and quality assurance functions.
- Ensuring uninterrupted delivery of qualifications, apprenticeship assessments and EUSR training programmes, assessments and the Register.
- Bringing together teams and creating a cohesive, high-performing operational culture.
- Driving continuous improvement, service excellence and operational efficiency.
- Supporting the implementation of new systems, processes and ways of working.
- Providing strategic leadership as a member of the Senior Leadership Team.
- Building strong relationships with customers, regulators, training providers and industry stakeholders.
- Helping position the organisation for sustained growth and future success.
For candidates seeking longer-term career opportunities, the role may develop into a permanent leadership appointment.
Who we are looking for
We are particularly interested in speaking with leaders who can combine operational expertise with the ability to inspire confidence, build high-performing teams and contribute strategically at senior leadership level.
This opportunity may be especially attractive to candidates who:
- Are available for an immediate interim assignment.
- Have experience leading operations within awarding, assessment or regulated environments.
- Enjoy leading organisations through periods of growth and change.
- Are interested in a longer-term opportunity where there is mutual fit.
To view the role description and person specification, please go to the ‘How to Apply’ tab above, fill in your details and download the candidate pack.
For further information or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultant at Peridot Partners:
Rajia Alam | rajia@peridotpartners.co.uk
Accessibility information
Energy & Environment Awards is committed to achieving a workforce that is representative of all sections of society and positively encourages applications from suitable candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
The company aims to make its recruitment accessible to all potential candidates and support is available for any accessibility requirements or assistance throughout the selection process.
Any requests for support, reasonable adjustments or accessibility requirements should be directed through Peridot Partners, who will liaise directly with Louise Parry on behalf of candidates.
To arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultant at Peridot Partners:
Rajia Alam | rajia@peridotpartners.co.uk
Thank you for your interest in this role. Please download the Role Description and Person Specification.
To formally apply, please submit a CV and supporting statement (ideally maximum 2 sides of A4 each) that clearly outlines your suitability for the role against the criteria provided in the person specification, including your interest and motivation in applying for this position.
Please include your home address, contact email and mobile.
Please ensure that your application is emailed to response@peridotpartners.co.uk, inserting “Application: EEA — Interim Head of Operations” into the subject field. You will receive an acknowledgement of receipt within 2-3 days. If you do not receive an acknowledgement, please contact our admin team.
For further information about the role or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact our advising consultant at Peridot Partners:
Rajia Alam | rajia@peridotpartners.co.uk
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Timetable
This is a rolling application recruitment process. We will move to interviews as soon as we receive enough suitable interest and will contact you as soon as possible regarding the next steps. We want to provide everyone with the opportunity to apply. If you are concerned that this role may close before you can apply, please contact our advising consultant to discuss your options.
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