Head of Operations - Fire Suppression

Johnson Controls

The Role

Overview

Lead UK&I fire suppression ops, drive strategy, performance, compliance.

Key Responsibilities

  • scalable systems
  • project delivery
  • process innovation
  • compliance standards
  • data automation
  • strategic operations

Tasks

-Build scalable systems that boost performance and customer satisfaction -Oversee end-to-end project delivery -Drive margin growth and process innovation -Champion compliance and safety standards -Harness data and automation to optimize execution -Lead and align operations to our strategic goals

Requirements

  • fire suppression
  • tech-savvy
  • data-driven
  • strategic
  • leadership
  • zero harm

What You Bring

-Willingness to travel across UK&I -Deep Fire Suppression expertise -Tech-savvy, data-driven, and customer-focused -Strategic mindset with hands-on execution -Proven success in leading senior teams and cross-functional operations -Strong Zero Harm safety commitment -10+ years in operational leadership across install & service

Benefits

-Extensive training & development -Competitive salary + car options -Pension, life assurance & employee perks -Inclusive, collaborative culture

The Company

About Johnson Controls

-Pioneered the electric thermostat, launching the building controls industry. -Evolved into a global leader in smart building systems through over a century of innovation. -Typical projects range from HVAC installations to integrated smart systems in hospitals, airports, stadiums, and data centers using their OpenBlue digital platform. -Expertise covers HVAC, fire detection and suppression, security systems, energy management, and facility services. -Earned LEED Platinum certification for its North American headquarters and supplied smart systems to landmarks like Burj Khalifa and Taipei 101.

Sector Specialisms

Buildings

Commercial

Residential

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Security

Safety

Fire Detection

HVAC

Controls

Smart Buildings

Sustainability

Operations

Maintenance

Repairs

System Modernisation

Carbon Reduction

Data Analytics

Facility Management