Head of Operations (Turnkey Automation Solutions)

We are hiring for a leadership role with our client, a leading turnkey automation solutions provider specializing in the design, engineering, and delivery of end-to-end industrial projects.

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About the Company

turnkey automation solutions provider

Instrumentation, Automation, and Electrical solutions

Job Summary

Head of Operations

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Operational Management

• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead planning and end-to-end execution of turnkey projects.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle:

  design, procurement, cash flow, manufacturing, installation, commissioning, and handover

  .

Project & Process Oversight

• Simultaneously manage multiple complex projects from start to finish.
• Set and track KPIs, monitor progress, timelines, and cost-efficiency.
• Implement

  lean manufacturing

  and

  continuous improvement

  methodologies.
• Identify risks early and implement contingency plans as needed.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor cross-functional teams in

  engineering, production, procurement, and services

  .
• Build high-performance teams and foster a culture of

  accountability, ownership, and innovation

  .
• Ensure seamless coordination between

  sales, design, finance

  , and operations teams.

Client & Vendor Coordination

• Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Negotiate vendor contracts for best pricing and timely delivery.
• Act as the primary escalation point for customer concerns during project execution.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with

  industry standards, safety regulations

  , and company policies.
• Uphold the highest standards of

  quality and reliability

  in all deliverables.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in

  Engineering (Instrumentation or Electrical preferred)

  .
• 15–20 years of experience in

  operations management

  within

  automation, industrial engineering, or turnkey project environments

  .
• Proven track record of leading and delivering large-scale automation projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of

  PLC/SCADA systems, electrical systems, process automation, and turnkey execution

  .
• Exceptional leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in

  ERP systems

  , lean methodologies, and project management tools.
• PMP or Six Sigma certification (preferred).

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Decision-Making & Risk Management
• Resource Optimization
• Client Relationship Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Result Orientation