Senior Operations Manager

2 days ago

Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom PuriFire Energy Full time £60,000 - £100,000 per year

About us

PuriFire is pioneering the production of renewable fuels, chemicals and gases. Our patented hydrothermal treatment technology converts various forms of waste carbon and waste water using heat and pressure.

Developed by a dedicated team of scientists and engineers, PuriFire Energy delivers innovative solutions to address the world's fuel and energy production challenges.

We aim to convert wet waste into green fuels and chemicals, reducing the world's reliance on fossil fuels. Our vision is to offer scalable and profitable solutions to producers and users of sustainable fuels and chemicals.

Role Introduction

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven
Senior
Operations Manager
to oversee the day-to-day operations of PuriFire Energy. This role is central to ensuring operational excellence, team efficiency, and seamless execution across our projects and facilities. The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership, organisational acumen, and a deep understanding of sustainable energy operations to drive our mission forward.

Senior Operations Manager

Location: Cambridge, UK

Reports To : Head of Engineer / CEO


Key Responsibilities

  • Operational Leadership
    : Manage daily business operations across production, logistics, and administrative functions to ensure smooth, efficient, and compliant workflows.
  • Team Management:
    Supervise, coach, and motivate staff to maintain high performance and engagement levels. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
  • Process Optimisation:
    Develop and implement operational systems, policies, and best practices to improve efficiency, productivity, and resource utilization.
  • Project Execution:
    Coordinate with Head of Engineering, R&D, and project teams to ensure timely and quality delivery of multiple projects.
  • Compliance & Safety:
    Ensure adherence to environmental, health, and safety standards in all operational activities.
  • Budget & Resource Management:
    Support financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to achieve strategic and operational goals.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination:
    Collaborate with the leadership team on strategic initiatives, performance metrics, and continuous process improvement.
  • Reporting:
    Prepare and present regular operational performance reports, identifying key insights and actionable improvements.

What we are looking for:

·     Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's preferred).

· years of experience in operations and project management, preferably in renewable energy, clean tech, or industrial production sectors.

·     Proven leadership and people management skills with a track record of building high-performing teams.

·     Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational abilities.

·     Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

·     Commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence.

What we offer

We provide professional development opportunities to support and enrich career growth trajectories. In addition we provide:

·       Competitive salary depending on experience

·       Generous stock options

·       Employer pension scheme

·       Chance to be an early employee in an exciting, fast-growing company

·       Freedom to innovate and develop new ideas

·       Flexible working hours

· days (25 days+birthday) of annual leave + Bank Holidays

·       Annual personal development budget

· Great hardware and access to the best tools to be successful in your role

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