Network Manager

i-Jobs; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Newport is seeking a Network Manager to oversee network operations and support local councils. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership and management abilities, along with extensive experience in contract management and communication. This role requires onsite work on the Isle of Wight 2-3 days a week and offers a competitive pay rate of £36.94 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to work on the Isle of Wight 2-3 days a week.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience in contract management and network operations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in reviewing and approving technical documents and strategies.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Network Management team and support the Strategic Manager and Service Director.
• Oversee network operations under the Highways PFI contract.
• Approve and review the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program.
• Inspect and audit site conditions and ensure compliance.
• Manage road space bookings and emergency road closures.
• Conduct safety and cleanliness inspections.
• Evaluate Service Provider performance and initiate audits as needed.
• Lead meetings with Network Board, Programme Board, and Member Review Board.
• Handle communications with the public and local councils.
• Approve treatment plans and maintenance strategies.
• Manage condition surveys and handback conditions.
• Oversee Communications, Press Releases, and website updates.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Contract management

Network operations

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Network Manager

Location: County Hall, High Street, Newport, PO30 1UD

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 6+ Months

Working Hours: Mon – Fri, 09:00 – 17:00, 37 Hours per week

Pay Rate: £36.94 Per Hour

Job Ref: OR17935

Job Responsibilities

Work with the Network Management team and support the Strategic Manager and Service Director.

Oversee network operations under the Highways PFI contract.

Approve and review the Operations and Maintenance (O&M) program.

Inspect and audit site conditions and ensure compliance.

Manage road space bookings and emergency road closures.

Conduct safety and cleanliness inspections.

Evaluate Service Provider performance and initiate audits as needed.

Lead meetings with Network Board, Programme Board, and Member Review Board.

Handle communications with the public and local councils.

Approve treatment plans and maintenance strategies.

Manage condition surveys and handback conditions.

Oversee Communications, Press Releases, and website updates.

Person Specifications

Must Have

Ability to work on the Isle of Wight 2-3 days a week.

Strong leadership and management skills.

Experience in contract management and network operations.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Proficiency in reviewing and approving technical documents and strategies.

Nice to Have

Own transport for commuting.

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