Drainage Operations Manager

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Tunbridge Wells; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Career development

Phone and laptop

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Drainage Operations Manager in Tunbridge Wells, Kent. You will oversee day‑to‑day field operations, coordinating CCTV survey crews, combi units, drainage engineers, tankering operatives and civils teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role requires hands‑on technical knowledge with proven operational management experience, strong leadership and a focus on safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in drainage operations management and coordinating field teams.
• Strong knowledge of CCTV drainage surveys and high‑pressure jetting.
• Ability to lead multiple teams and manage projects from enquiry to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead CCTV survey crews, combi teams, drainage engineers and civils teams.
• Plan, schedule and allocate daily workloads across teams.
• Oversee CCTV investigations, jetting, excavation works and remedial repairs.
• Review findings and identify suitable remedial solutions.
• Prepare and review quotations for drainage and civils projects.
• Conduct site visits and quality checks.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers on drainage issues.
• Monitor progress, productivity and service delivery.
• Manage procurement of materials and resources.
• Maintain client relationships and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Operations management

CCTV surveys

Team leadership

Budget management

HSE compliance

Driving licence

Job description

Drainage Operations Manager Location: Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Opportunity

Vector Recruitment Solutions are recruiting on behalf of an established drainage specialist for an experienced Drainage Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day running of a busy drainage operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on, technically knowledgeable manager with experience overseeing CCTV surveying teams, combi units, drainage engineers, tankering operations and civils teams.

The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating multiple operational teams, managing projects from initial enquiry through to completion and ensuring the efficient delivery of commercial and domestic drainage services.

The Role

As Drainage Operations Manager, you will take responsibility for the daily management of field-based teams, ensuring works are scheduled effectively, resources are allocated efficiently and projects are completed safely, on time and within budget.

Key responsibilities will include:

• - Leading and managing CCTV survey crews, combi teams, drainage engineers, tankering operatives and civils teams.
• - Planning, scheduling and allocating daily workloads across multiple operational teams.
• - Overseeing CCTV drainage investigations, surveys, high-pressure jetting, combi operations, tankering and excavation works.
• - Coordinating drainage repairs, remedial works, reinstatement and civils projects.
• - Reviewing CCTV survey findings and supporting the identification of appropriate remedial solutions.
• - Preparing and reviewing quotations for drainage and civils projects.
• - Conducting site visits, inspections and quality checks.
• - Providing technical guidance and support to engineers on complex drainage issues.
• - Monitoring job progress, team productivity, operational performance and service delivery.
• - Managing procurement of materials, equipment and resources.
• - Building and maintaining strong relationships with commercial and domestic clients.
• - Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and industry standards.
• - Supporting staff development, performance reviews and ongoing training.
• - Working closely with senior management to improve operational efficiency and service delivery.

About You

We are looking for an experienced drainage professional who combines strong hands-on technical knowledge with proven operational management experience.

The ideal candidate will have:

• - Previous experience as a Drainage Operations Manager, Drainage Supervisor, Contracts Manager or similar.
• - Strong technical understanding of CCTV drainage surveys, combi operations, high-pressure water jetting, tankering and civils works.
• - Experience managing and coordinating multiple field-based engineering teams.
• - Good knowledge of drainage investigations, fault diagnosis, remedial repairs and excavation works.
• - Ability to review CCTV findings, understand technical reports and identify suitable remedial solutions.
• - Experience reviewing quotations, managing project costs and overseeing operational budgets.
• - Strong leadership, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• - Good understanding of health and safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• - Confident communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships.
• - A proactive, practical and team-focused approach.
• - Full UK driving licence.

Salary & Benefits

• - Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
• - 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• - Company mobile phone and laptop
• - Company pension scheme
• - Career development and progression opportunities
• - Permanent, full-time position

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Drainage Operations Manager who enjoys being involved in both the technical and operational sides of the industry.

You will have the opportunity to lead a diverse team covering CCTV surveying, combi operations, drainage maintenance, tankering and civils, taking ownership of daily operations while contributing to the continued growth and success of the business.

Office: 01737 452505