Network Manager

Isle of Wight Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in the United Kingdom is seeking a Network Manager to oversee the management of highways operations, ensuring service quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and financial management skills, and will thrive in a community-oriented role that supports both residents and tourists. Flexible working options are available, making it a great opportunity for work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Agile working options

Work-life balance

Impactful local projects

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in highways network management.
• Understanding of current legislation and best practices in highways.
• Experience managing significant capital and revenue budgets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee network management and operations within the Highways PFI contract.
• Manage communications and maintenance of the PFI website.
• Approve Operations and Maintenance programme and planned investments.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Financial Management

Communication Skills

Education

Relevant professional qualification

Job description

37 hours per week

Ready for your next big challenge in highways management?

Do you have a passion for making a real difference in your community? Do you thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment? If so, the Isle of Wight Council is looking for you! Join us as a Network Manager and play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing the Isle of Wight’s infrastructure.

What’s in it for you?

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy the Isle of Wight’s stunning scenery and vibrant cultural with flexible and agile working options.
Local Impact: Directly contribute to the safety and efficiency of travel for residents and tourists.
Diverse Projects: Engage in a variety of tasks that keep your job exciting and challenging.
Supportive Team: Join a growing, motivated, and dedicated team of professionals.
Your role:

As a Network Manager, you will support the Strategic Manager and Strategic Director, taking on a wide range of responsibilities, including:

Management: Oversee all aspects network management and operations within the Highways PFI contract and ensuring Service Provider performance meets contractual standards and legislation.
Communication and Leadership: Manage communications, press releases and maintenance of the PFI website. Handle correspondence with the public, members and Town and Parish Councils.
Decision-Making: Approve the Operations and Maintenance programme and planned investment, and various technical aspects like survey methodologies and condition indices.
What we are looking for:

Leadership: Strong leadership skills to inspire and motivate your team.
Knowledge and Problem-Solving: Understanding of current legislation and best practice in the highways industry to drive effective problem-solving.
Financial Acumen: Experience managing significant capital and revenue highways budgets.
Communication: Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills
Qualifications and experience: Relevant experience in highways network management and highways infrastructure projects and a relevant professional qualification is desirable.
Join us at #TeamIWC and help shape the future of the Isle of Wight’s infrastructure!

If you feel that you could thrive in this exciting opportunity to shape highways maintenance delivery on the Island and bring essential skills that will allow our team to flourish and achieve our goals then take advantage of this unique opportunity by applying today, we will look forward to hearing from you!

The Isle of Wight lies off the south coast of England with frequent transport links to Portsmouth, Southampton, Lymington and Southsea (you can reach London in under two hours). This is a beautiful place to live and work, with the highest number of award-winning beaches in England and half the island designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

We operate flexible working arrangements where agile working is encouraged and supported which includes some working from home.