Drainage Operations Manager

Job Description: Drainage Operations Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced and driven Drainage Operations Manager to join our expanding team on a full-time basis.  

Position Overview:

• Job Title: Drainage Operations Manager
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 - 17:00
• Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 + Commission
• OTE: £65,000+

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage a team of drainage engineers.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage disciplinary actions.
• Interviewing new drainage engineers.
• dealing with technical and large-scale quotations.
• Provide support to engineers on challenging jobs, occasionally outside normal hours.
• Conduct site audits to ensure quality and compliance.
• Attend sites on an ad-hoc basis as required.
• Assist the operations team with technical queries.
• Ensure quoted work is completed, assign appropriate engineers, and order necessary parts.
• Conduct large site visits to provide quotations.
• client liaison  
• Participate in the out-of-hours call out rota (additional pay).

Competencies:

• Strong labor management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of plumbing, excavations, drain laying, drain lining, patching, CCTV surveys, and high-pressure water jetting.
• Ability to train and mentor other engineers.
• Good understanding of health and safety regulations.

Essential Requirements:

• Positive attitude and a team player.
• Proven track record in management within the drainage industry.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the business.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing own workload.
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent references.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary 
• 20 days annual leave plus public holidays.
• Permanent, full-time role.
• Small electric van, phone, and laptop provided.
• Company pension scheme.
• Excellent career prospects.

for more information please call Lauren on 01737 452505