Operations Manager

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen within Integrated Utility Services, and we are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to drive further growth, predominately in our Frameworks workstream area. This role can be based around the Stockton or Wakefield area.

We’re growing! We’re continuing to expand our teams, as we take on new large-scale projects and framework awards. With opportunities across multiple areas of the business, there’s lots of opportunity for you to grow with us!

So, do you want to be part of a growing business, with a proficient workforce, dedicated to high level customer service, delivering a quality product together with an uncompromised safety culture? Join a group that is passionate about the environment and cares about the health and wellbeing of its employees.

As Operations Manager, you will contribute to senior operational responsibilities for the performance, efficiency, and strategic delivery of our Frameworks workstreams. You will also be expected to strive to exceed business plan targets, drive continuous improvements, operational efficiencies, colleague development, and safety and quality improvements.

Along with a competitive salary between £72,029 and £83,962, we also offer great benefits such as;

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays which increases with service
• Enrolment into our enhanced pension scheme
• Personal transport provision
• Career development & progression with opportunity to increase your salary
• Ability to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Eye care vouchers with funding towards glasses
• Contractual sick pay and long service recognition
• Paid volunteering opportunities within the community

Key Responsibilities

• Provide workstream-specific knowledge and expertise to the operations leadership team and the wider business to ensure that future work opportunities are achieved, risks are identified, mitigated and operational excellence and optimised workstream delivery efficiencies are achieved.
• Deliver continuous improvement in the delivery of frameworks, therefore, ensuring the team manage and pro-actively mitigate risks to contractual performance and delivery through effective framework, contract and commercial management.

Key Competencies

• Excellent leadership skills including supporting colleague development
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Effective planning and organisation skills
• Great Customer Service skills
• Good communicator with the ability to interpret information
• Excellent time management
• Great Commercial reporting and forecasting knowledge

Qualifications and Attributes

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

• HNC in engineering or construction and/or experience in contract/framework management
• Experience managing complex HV/EHV electrical project or frameworks
• Experience in Project Management
• Experience with Customer/Client management
• IOSH Managing Safety
• Full UK driving license

Desirable Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering or Construction
• NEBOSH Certificate
• Chartered Engineer
• Prince/PMI Practitioner
• Experience of business stream management