Director of Operations

Job Description

<p><strong>Director of Operations – Heavy Industry Services</strong><br>Full-Time | Interior BC | Search led by Next Step Recruitment<br><br>We’re partnering with a respected heavy industry group based in the Interior of British Columbia. With nearly three decades of experience and approximately 200 employees, this organization is active across multiple sectors—including drilling and blasting, marine services, aggregates, and roadbuilding. They’re known for their hands-on leadership, practical execution, and a deep commitment to their crews and clients.<br><br>They’re hiring a Director of Operations to lead cross-divisional alignment and delivery. This is a newly structured role, reporting directly to the founder, created to strengthen execution across the company’s fastest-growing business lines. You’ll serve as the key bridge between the strategic priorities coming from the owner and the operational reality on the ground—working alongside general managers, visiting regional sites, and ensuring that what’s planned actually gets delivered.<br><br>This isn’t a role for someone who stays behind the scenes. You’ll spend time in the field, in planning meetings, and in one-on-ones with managers—making sure teams are resourced, clear, and accountable. Success looks like smoother project delivery, stronger cohesion across divisions, and fewer gaps between high-level vision and day-to-day performance.<br><br><strong>What you’ll do</strong><br>Translate strategy into execution across four divisions: drilling & blasting, roadbuilding, marine services, and aggregates<br>Partner with general managers to prioritize and align initiatives<br>Support field supervisors and project teams; drive accountability and cohesion<br>Track performance across safety, schedule, and budget metrics<br>Join regular site visits (travel ~25%, with live-out and travel support in place)<br>Work closely with the founder and executive team to move the business forward<br><br><strong>What you bring</strong><br>8+ years of experience in heavy industry (e.g. civil, marine, drilling, forestry, aggregates)<br>Experience in field-based roles earlier in your career—operator, foreman, superintendent, etc.—and a path into operational leadership<br>Proven ability to lead across functions and manage complexity<br>Crisp, confident communicator who adjusts quickly to different audiences<br>Comfortable coaching leaders, rolling up your sleeves, and keeping things on track in dynamic environments<br><br><strong>Who this is not for</strong><br>You’ve never worked in or around the heavy equipment or industrial services space<br>You need highly structured processes and clean reporting lines from day one<br>You struggle to shift tone between executive leadership and frontline crews<br>You’re hesitant about site travel or direct operational exposure<br><br><strong>The hiring process</strong><br>Introductory Call – Screening conversation to confirm alignment and answer questions<br>Culture & Leadership Interview – Focused on communication style, collaboration, and values<br>Technical & Scenario-Based Interview – Conversation with senior leadership focused on real-world execution<br>Final Interview – Cross-functional conversation with team members to assess working style and long-term fit<br><br>If you’re looking for a role that blends leadership, impact, and field-based credibility—and where you can directly influence how work gets done—this is a rare opportunity. Apply ASAP, as we’re moving quickly with interviews.</p><p>Apply to Job</p><p>Upload Resume *</p><p>Personal Information</p><p>Full Name *</p><p>Email *</p><p>Phone</p><p>Additional Questions</p><p>Do you currently live in the Nelson, BC area (this is an in-office role that requires travel to our sites)? *</p><p>Are you open to traveling up to 25% of the time, including overnight stays at regional project sites? *</p><p>Do you have at least 5 years of experience in the heavy equipment, civil construction, or industrial services industry? *</p><p>Have you spent at least 3 years working directly in the field (e.g., as an operator, foreman, superintendent, or site-based project manager)? *</p><p>How many direct reports have you managed at one time in your previous roles? *</p><p>Have you directly led multi-division operations or cross-functional teams across different service lines or business units? *</p><p>Powered by , a candidate tracking system that just works!</p>
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