Director of Operations

Axiom builds the digital and electrical infrastructure powering the AI era. We design, build and deploy integrated power, thermal and compute solutions that help data centers, utilities and innovators scale faster, operate more efficiently and meet growing demand.

Built on decades of manufacturing expertise, global operations and a proven ability to deliver complex systems at scale, Axiom combines innovation with real-world execution. We're helping close the gap between what the future demands and what the world can deliver.

At Axiom, you'll take on meaningful challenges, be trusted with real responsibility, and work alongside people who value candor, collaboration, and continuous learning.

Job Summary

To support our extraordinary teams who build great products and contribute to our growth, we’re looking to add an experienced Director of Operations located in the UK.

 

Reporting to the Sr Director, Operations Engineering, the Director of Operations will take ownership for managing day to day operations and core functions of operations to achieve and maintain operational excellence.

 

What a typical day looks like:

• Guarantee production, delivery in full, on time and in specifications, required by customers, at the most cutthroat cost.

• Define operational financial goals.

• Operational business experience including a successful performance track record managing staff and P&L.

• Establish and communicate Business Unit goals and assignments.

• Define and execute operational programs in line with strategic plans and annual operating goals.

• Meet with Executive Business at least monthly to review and evaluate KOI's.

• Attend quarterly business reviews with key customers.

• Partner with other business to establish strategic plans and goals.

• Direct and control the activities on purchasing business, production control, planning, manufacturing engineering, test engineering, maintenance, manufacturing and logistics.

• Implement appropriate HR strategies and actions to recruit and retain a qualified and motivated workforce.

The experience we’re looking to add to our team:

• Typically requires a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or equivalent experience and training.
• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of management experience. 
• A Master’s or MBA degree is preferred.
• Relevant experience in a similar role, with a professional background in electrical or manufacturing projects
• Strong people management skills
• The ideal candidate must be self-motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious with a high standard of attention to detail
• Must be able to work accurately to deadlines in a busy and pressurized environment,
• Demonstrate flexibility and have an understanding of basic electrical principles
• Eligible to work in UK

 

What you’ll receive for the great work you provide:

 

• An environment where you will feel fulfilled by your work, valued for your contribution, and celebrated for your success;
• A competitive salary and benefits package
• A merit-based annual pay review
• Enhanced annual leave
• Employee recognition scheme and long service awards
• Referral bonus
• Volunteer days
• Group Life Insurance, including a death in service payment and access to a virtual GP service 24/7 365 days a year
• Sick pay scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Flexible/Remote/Hybrid Work based on your Job Function
• Travel opportunities (role dependent)
• Support in your well-being by access to
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free access to qualified counsellors and expert advice
• On-site trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Access to various discount programs (including food, activities, gym memberships etc.)

 

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Job Category

Operations

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