Technical Operations Manager
Technical Operations Manager
Stairs People Advisors
12/04/2025 12:43:08
Industrial Operations & Technical Services | Portugal (based in Algarve)
Technical Operations Manager
Industrial Operations & Technical Services | Portugal (based in Algarve)
STAIRS – People Advisors, a consulting firm specialized in executive search and talent acquisition, is supporting a growing industrial business in the recruitment of a Technical Operations Manager to lead its national technical and operational activities.
The selected professional will be responsible for managing installation teams, ensuring operational excellence, overseeing logistics and purchasing processes, and guaranteeing high-quality execution of technical projects across the country.
Key Responsibilities
Lead, train, and supervise installation teams, ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards.
Plan and monitor installation schedules, coordinating logistics and optimizing operational costs.
Manage purchasing activities, supplier relationships, and material flows.
Provide on-site technical guidance, support complex installations, and oversee after-sales quality control.
Conduct technical pre-assessments for specific project configurations.
Validate timesheets, monitor budgets, and support continuous improvement of operational processes.
Hard Skills
5–8 years of experience in technical/operational roles within industrial, construction, metal structures, renewable energy, aluminium/glazing, or similar environments.
Solid knowledge of technical measurements, plan reading, drilling/fixing, sealing and waterproofing, and safety procedures.
Experience in project planning, logistics management, and supplier coordination.
Comfortable with digital tools (ERP/CRM, spreadsheets, simple drawing or PV-calculation software).
Fluency in Portuguese and good knowledge of English (spoken and written); other languages are an asset.
Soft Skills
Proactive, autonomous, and highly organized.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Hands-on approach with effective problem-solving capacity.
Leadership and team motivation capabilities.
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines.
Entrepreneurial and adaptable mindset.
Additional Requirements
Availability for regular travel within Portugal and Europe.
