Director, Field Operations UKIN

Johnson Controls


Date: 14 hours ago
City: Sunbury-on-Thames, England
Contract type: Full time
About The Role

As Operations Director, you will lead the service and systems operations across the UK, Ireland, and Nordics for our HVAC-R, Fire Suppression, and Building Automation domains. Reporting to the General Manager for UKI&N, you’ll be a key member of the Building Technology & Solutions leadership team, driving operational excellence and profitable growth in alignment with our strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and align service and systems operations with our operating model.
  • Build and scale operational capabilities to enhance performance, accountability, and customer satisfaction.
  • Partner with EMEA Operational Excellence teams to deliver consistent, high-quality execution.
  • Drive margin expansion and process improvements to support sustainable growth.
  • Oversee project delivery from inception to completion, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Leverage data analytics and automation to optimize operations.

What We Offer

  • Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary package aligned with experience and performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Including car options, pension, life assurance, employee assistance program, referral incentives, and exclusive discounts.
  • Learning & Development: Access to extensive product training and cross-functional development opportunities.
  • Supportive Culture: A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values innovation and teamwork.
  • Commitment to Safety: A strong Zero Harm policy embedded in our operations.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Active business resource groups and a culture that celebrates diverse perspectives.

What You Bring

  • Proven track record in operational leadership within install & service businesses.
  • 20+ years of experience managing senior teams, with recent leadership roles in UKI and ideally the Nordics.
  • Deep technical expertise in HVAC-R, Building Automation, or Fire Suppression.
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to execute tactically.
  • Experience in multi-functional leadership, including operations, service, and systems.
  • Demonstrated success in driving innovation, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Skilled in implementing best practices, new technologies, and data-driven decision-making.
  • Willingness to travel across the region as needed.

Skills & Competencies

  • Inspirational leadership and people development.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
  • Ethical leadership with a focus on compliance and integrity.
  • High level of commercial acumen, problem solving skills and high degree of operating agility, to operate with dexterity across multi-domain, multi-geography.
  • Commitment to our core values: Integrity First, Purpose Led, Customer Driven, Future Focused, One Team.

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