Manager - Field Operations

JOB DESCRIPTION - OPERATIONS MANAGER

• Job Title: Operations Manager

• Location: North India (Extensive Travel Required) & Reporting Office is in Chennai

• Experience: 2 to 4 years

About Us:

Join us at Solinas, where we're not just making waves, we're cleaning them too! Led by visionary minds Divanshu and Moinak, we're on a mission to revolutionise the fight against manual scavenging by empowering communities with cutting-edge robotics. Since our inception in 2018, we've transformed over 20 cities, earning accolades such as "Best On-Campus Startup" by the Economic Times, wowing audiences on Shark Tank, and gaining recognition from industry leaders like Ashirvad Pipes and the Nudge Institute. And our impact doesn't stop there we've been crowned the Best Southeast Asian Startup by Imagine H20, solidifying our status as a global game-changer.

About the Role:

We are seeking a smart, energetic, and highly adaptable Operations Manager to oversee and execute on-ground project deployments across the North India belt. The ideal candidate will be proactive, hands-on, and able to manage the operational aspects of project execution from site setup to successful delivery. This role requires extensive travel and direct interaction with clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure smooth project operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Setup & Execution: Plan, coordinate, and implement field operations for new and ongoing projects across assigned regions.

Site Management: Establish operational infrastructure, manage on-site resources, and ensure adherence to timelines and quality standards.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination: Act as the primary operational point of contact for clients and internal teams during project execution.

Team & Vendor Management: Supervise field staff, coordinate with vendors, and ensure smooth logistics for equipment and personnel.

Quality & Compliance: Monitor operational processes to ensure safety, compliance, and efficiency in line with company standards.

Reporting: Prepare and submit regular progress reports, highlighting milestones achieved, challenges faced, and next steps.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

2-4 years of experience in operations, field execution, or project management (preferably in infrastructure, utilities, or technical service domains)

Strong communication skills in English, Hindi, and at least one regional language

Highly adaptable to changing field conditions and problem-solving on the go

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Willingness and ability to travel extensively

Graduate degree (Engineering or Management background preferred but not mandatory)

Preferred Attributes:

Young, energetic, and proactive personality with a can-do” attitude

Previous exposure to field or project operations

Strong organizational and coordination skills