Head of Drainage Ops: Lead Projects & Team

Vector Recruitment Solutions; Great Holland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided electric van

Phone

Laptop

Company pension scheme

20 days annual leave + public holidays

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Vector Recruitment Solutions in Essex is seeking a Drainage Operations Manager to lead our operations team in Harlow, ensuring efficient project delivery and high service standards.

You will manage drainage engineers and tankering staff, plan daily workloads, review quotations, conduct site visits, and maintain strong client relationships, with company van, phone, and laptop provided.

Qualifications

• Experience managing drainage engineers and tankering operatives.
• Plan, schedule and assign daily jobs for efficient operations.
• Experience reviewing quotations for drainage projects.
• Site visits and inspections to monitor quality and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication with clients and staff.
• Strong references from previous employers.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of drainage engineers and tankering staff.
• Plan, schedule, and assign daily jobs to ensure efficient operations.
• Oversee and review quotations for drainage projects.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor quality and compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the team on complex jobs.
• Ensure all work is completed on time, to standard, and within budget.
• Manage procurement of parts, equipment, and resources as required.
• Maintain strong client relationships through professional communication and service delivery.
• Conduct performance reviews, mentor staff, and support their professional development.

Skills

Leadership

Drainage systems

Problem solving

Health & safety

Excel

Communication

Team management

Time management

Attention to detail

References

Job description

Vector Recruitment Solutions in Essex is seeking a Drainage Operations Manager to lead our operations team in Harlow, ensuring efficient project delivery and high service standards.

You will manage drainage engineers and tankering staff, plan daily workloads, review quotations, conduct site visits, and maintain strong client relationships, with company van, phone, and laptop provided.