Head of Operations

Equans UK is looking for a new Head of Operations to join our Equans Digital Business based from our London office on a hybrid working arrangement.

Equans is a global leader in the energy and services sector, committed to becoming the undisputed driving force in helping our customers transition to a low-carbon and resilient future.

Within Equans Digital, we unlock customer value by integrating innovative solutions that enhance energy systems, building performance, user productivity, and overall asset value. Our diverse portfolio is already delivering impact across a range of sectors, including Defence, Health, Education, and Local and Central Government.

Role overview

The Head of Operations – Infrastructure Services will lead the operational delivery of all infrastructure services projects across the UK and Ireland within Equans Digital. This includes environmental monitoring, digital solutions, geotechnical monitoring, environmental services, consulting, and multi-technical projects. The role ensures operational excellence, compliance with governance frameworks, and strong people leadership.

Key activities

Drive efficient and effective delivery of infrastructure services projects across UK & Ireland.
Ensure alignment with Equans’ trading framework and core principles.
Lead project review meetings and manage CVR processes to maintain financial performance.
Foster a high-performance culture through strong leadership and team development.
Maintain health, safety, and environmental standards across all operations
Oversee day-to-day operations for all infrastructure services projects.
Manage project governance, financial controls, and risk mitigation strategies.
Lead and develop operational teams, ensuring resource optimization and capability building.
Conduct project reviews and CVRs to monitor performance and profitability.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align operational delivery with business objectives.
Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. 

Skills, qualifications & experience

Master’s degree in Engineering
Chartered status with a recognized professional body (such as ICE, IMechE, or equivalent)
Proven experience in operational leadership within infrastructure or technical services
Thorough understanding of health, safety, and environmental compliance standards is critical
Specific expertise in environmental monitoring, geotechnical solutions, and multi-technical projects is highly desirable 

What can we offer you? 

On offer is a competitive salary, car or car allowance and benefits package, which includes; 

25 days annual leave (+ public holidays) 
Life Cover equivalent to 3 times annual salary 
10% Bonus
Private health
Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers 
Gym membership discounts  
Cycle to work scheme  
Holiday purchase scheme 
2 corporate social responsibility days per year 
Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes 
Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme 
Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network 
24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app  

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.  

In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part of a positive action drive to address under-representation in senior management positions we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

In support of our positive action measures, we will consider applications that do not meet all the technical requirements if candidates can demonstrate how transferable skills will enable them to successfully deliver the remit of the role in an environment which promotes a flexible working culture.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals