Deputy Operations Manager

Tarmac; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website

Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

Hydro International, part of CRH, is seeking a Deputy Operations Manager in Nottingham to lead engineering projects and wastewater services across the UK. You will work alongside the Area Manager, guiding operational performance and developing teams to deliver safe, efficient outcomes.

The role requires an engineering qualification, proven project delivery experience in water or environmental sectors, strong leadership, and commercial acumen.

Qualifications

• An engineering qualification at Degree, HND level, equivalent, or significant relevant industry experience
• Proven experience managing engineering projects from inception through to completion
• Experience within the water, wastewater or environmental sector
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Knowledge of industrial mechanical installation and maintenance
• Experience delivering projects against challenging deadlines and budgets
• Understanding of NEC3 contracts
• Excellent communication, customer service and organisational skills
• Strong IT skills with experience using project planning and reporting tools
• A practical, solution-focused approach and strong commercial acumen

Responsibilities

• Supporting and deputising for the Area Manager when required
• Leading the planning, coordination and delivery of engineering projects and repair activities
• Driving operational performance, resource utilisation and effective scheduling of engineering teams
• Managing project budgets, costs and profitability to ensure commercial success
• Providing leadership, coaching and development opportunities for operational and engineering teams
• Conducting site visits, surveys and estimates, while preparing customer quotations
• Managing contractual obligations and providing technical guidance across projects
• Producing project reports, programme plans and Gantt charts to monitor delivery
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards
• Building strong customer relationships and supporting business growth through a consultative approach

Skills

Leadership

Project planning

Communication

Problem solving

Commercial acumen

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

NEC3 contracts

Project planning software

Job description

Deputy Operations Manager

Location: Nottingham

Job Introduction

Are you an experienced engineering professional looking to take the next step into a senior operational leadership role? Hydro International, part of CRH, is seeking a Deputy Operations Manager to support the successful delivery of engineering projects and wastewater services operations across the UK. With a reputation for engineering excellence and a commitment to sustainable water management solutions, Hydro International is at the forefront of helping customers reduce flood risk, improve water treatment and protect the environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside the Area Manager, leading projects, developing teams, and driving operational performance within a business that plays a vital role in the UK's water infrastructure sector.

What You'll Be Doing

As Deputy Operations Manager, you will act as the second-in-command to the Area Manager, helping to oversee daily operations while ensuring engineering projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.

• Supporting and deputising for the Area Manager when required
• Leading the planning, coordination and delivery of engineering projects and repair activities
• Driving operational performance, resource utilisation and effective scheduling of engineering teams
• Managing project budgets, costs and profitability to ensure commercial success
• Providing leadership, coaching and development opportunities for operational and engineering teams
• Conducting site visits, surveys and estimates, while preparing customer quotations
• Managing contractual obligations and providing technical guidance across projects
• Producing project reports, programme plans and Gantt charts to monitor delivery
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to support continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental standards
• Building strong customer relationships and supporting business growth through a consultative approachWhat We Are Looking For

What We Are Looking For

• An engineering qualification at Degree, HND level, equivalent, or significant relevant industry experience
• Proven experience managing engineering projects from inception through to completion
• Experience within the water, wastewater or environmental sector
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Knowledge of industrial mechanical installation and maintenance
• Experience delivering projects against challenging deadlines and budgets
• Understanding of NEC3 contracts
• Excellent communication, customer service and organisational skills
• Strong IT skills with experience using project planning and reporting tools
• A practical, solution-focused approach and strong commercial acumenDesirable experience includes Confined Space Entry certification, Manual Handling qualifications and knowledge of wastewater screening equipment and associated processes.

You’ll also need a full UK driving licence, be willing to travel to operational sites, participate in an emergency call‑out rota and undertake occasional overnight stays when required.

Why Tarmac

We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you’ll have access to industry‑leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunitiesTarmac iscommittedto being aForces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’llsupportyour transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and arecommittedto creating aninclusiveenvironment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here tosupportyou.

Hydro is an equal‑opportunity employer. We arecommitted to creating aninclusive work environment for all employees andactively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.