Mains Water Replacement Works Manager

Intersect Global Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 61,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility management company is seeking a passionate Works Manager for their mains water replacement programme in the Reading area. This role involves leading a team of 14 Supervisors and overseeing 40 delivery operatives to ensure projects are executed safely and effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong leadership background, a focus on health and safety, and experience in operational delivery. A competitive salary package of £61-65,000 plus an electric car or allowance is offered.

Benefits

Electric car or allowance

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a construction or utilities environment.
• Strong understanding of safety, operational standards, and customer service.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support operational teams with a focus on safety.
• Manage and develop Supervisors and delivery teams.
• Coordinate upcoming works to minimise disruption.

Skills

Leadership

Health and Safety Management

Operational Delivery

Team Development

Customer Experience Focus

Job description

Job Description

Works Manager Mains Water Replacement£61-65,000k plus electric car or allowance

Location: Haringey, Camden, Lewisham & Greenwich
Framework: 8-year South East Water Framework

As a proud partner to South East Water, we are looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to join our team, supporting the delivery of a long-term mains water replacement programme across Haringey, Lewisham and Greenwich.

This is a people-focused leadership role, reporting directly to the Works Manager. You will have 14 Supervisors reporting into you, with overall responsibility for the performance and wellbeing of approximately 40 delivery operatives working across the framework.

You will lead by example, driving high standards across Health, Safety, Environment, Quality, Fleet, Operational Delivery and Customer Experience, while ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently and right first time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire and support operational teams, always placing safety at the forefront of everything we do.
• Manage and develop Supervisors and delivery teams, ensuring colleagues receive the training, coaching and support required to remain competent and compliant.
• Promote a right first time culture to minimise rework, defects and customer complaints.
• Plan, coordinate and manage upcoming works across multiple sites to minimise disru...