Job ID: 302219

Senior Operation Manager

Green Yatra

Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra

Apply by: 10 Sep 2026

Relevant Sectors

Agriculture, Livelihoods, Microfinance, Rural, Urban

Environment, Climate, Energy, Water, Sanitation

Key Roles & Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Execution
Lead the planning and execution of large-scale plantation and environmental restoration projects.
Develop operational strategies, annual plans, and execution frameworks aligned with organizational goals.
Ensure timely delivery of projects with high quality and measurable impact.
Ensure all projects are completed within the committed timelines.

2. Pan India Operations Management
Handle and oversee the entire Pan India operations team and all ongoing projects.
Monitor multiple sites and ensure smooth coordination across regions.
Maintain visibility and control over all project activities across locations.

3. Field Operations Leadership
Conduct regular field visits and reviews across project locations.
Ensure effective execution of plantation models (including Miyawaki, agroforestry, and
restoration techniques).
Drive standardization of processes, SOPs, and best practices across all sites.

4. Team Leadership & Performance Management
Lead and manage a large team of project managers, field executives, and ground staff across
India.
Continuously track team performance and ensure accountability at all levels.
Set clear KPIs, targets, and timelines for teams and monitor progress regularly.
Build, mentor, and strengthen a high-performing operations team.

5. Project Monitoring & Timely Delivery
Keep continuous track of all ongoing projects and ensure they are progressing as per plan.
Ensure completion of projects within the committed timelines without compromising quality.
Monitor plantation survival rates, execution quality, and overall project performance.
Implement structured MIS systems, dashboards, and reporting mechanisms.

6. Resource & Budget Management
Oversee budgeting, cost control, and efficient utilization of resources.
Manage procurement of plants, materials, and machinery.
Ensure cost-effective execution across all projects.

7. Stakeholder & Client Management
Coordinate with CSR partners, clients, government bodies, and internal teams.

Represent the organization in high-level meetings, site visits, and project reviews.
Ensure strong stakeholder relationships and client satisfaction.

8. Quality Control & Sustainability
Ensure high plantation survival rates and long-term sustainability of projects.
Implement strict quality control measures across all sites.
Drive innovation and continuous improvement in restoration practices.

9. Risk & Issue Management
Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies.
Resolve on-ground challenges related to workforce, logistics, and environmental conditions.

Eligibility & Requirements
Education:
BSc / MSc in Botany, Forestry, Biodiversity, Agriculture, Horticulture.
Experience:
10-15 years of proven experience in field-based plantation and environmental restoration
projects, with strong expertise in managing teams and multiple projects, is mandatory.
Proven experience in handling large-scale afforestation or ecosystem restoration projects
Prior experience in managing multi-location / Pan India teams is mandatory

Required Skills
Strong leadership and team management capability
Ability to manage and track Pan India teams and multiple ongoing projects simultaneously
Strong focus on timely project completion and execution excellence
Deep practical knowledge of plantation techniques, species selection, plant identification,
and site preparation

Excellent strategic thinking and execution skills
Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability
Good communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in MIS, reporting tools, and MS Office
Willingness to travel extensively across India

Desirable Skills
Experience in Miyawaki afforestation, biodiversity parks, and large restoration projects
Knowledge of native species and ecological systems across regions
Experience working with CSR projects and government collaborations

Job Email ID:

puja(at)greenyatra.org