Operational Director – Passive Fire Protection
Location:
London Borough of Bexley
Salary:
£70,000 – £80,000 per annum
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Industry:
Fire Safety / Passive Fire Protection
CBW is proud to be exclusively recruiting on behalf of a certified British fire door manufacturer and a leading name in the passive fire protection industry.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior operational leader to join at a pivotal moment in the company’s growth. The successful candidate will take ownership of launching and leading a new division within the business and report directly to the company Director.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and launch of a new division within the passive fire protection industry
- Build and manage a team of operational, technical, and site-based staff
- Oversee day-to-day operational delivery of fire door manufacturing and installation
- Ensure full compliance with industry regulations and third-party certifications
- Collaborate with the company Director on strategic planning and execution
- Manage budgets, resources, and performance targets
- Support business development and client relationship management at a senior level
- Proven experience in a senior operations or leadership role within the fire safety, construction, or passive fire industry
- In-depth understanding of fire door manufacturing, certification, and installation
- Demonstrated experience in setting up and scaling operational divisions
- Strong team-building and leadership capabilities
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Based in, or within commutable distance of, the London Borough of Bexley
- Commercially minded with a focus on quality and compliance
- £70,000 – £80,000 annual salary
- Opportunity to play a strategic leadership role in a respected, growing business
- Autonomy to build and shape a division with long-term impact
- Career progression and long-term development opportunities