Operations Manager

Circet IRE & UK; East Kilbride; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading traffic management firm is seeking an Operations Manager in East Kilbride, Scotland. The successful candidate will be responsible for the operational management, resource allocation, and maintaining safety standards across the organization. With a minimum of 4 years' experience in the traffic management industry and strong leadership skills, this full-time position offers an opportunity to impact client service delivery and operational effectiveness. The candidate should possess a full driving license and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Full driving license is required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in the traffic management industry.
• Strong leadership skills managing a team of over 50 operatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of operational requirements.
• Allocate resources to traffic management tasks.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Confidentiality management

Conflict management

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Decision-making

Adaptability

Job description

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We are hiring! Circet UK's Traffic Management Division is looking for an Operations Manager.

Main Purpose

Reporting to the Director, Operations Manager will ultimately be responsible for the day to day running of the business, from allocating appropriate resources to work to maintaining the highest standards in health, safety and delivery.

Main Duties

• Day to day running of all operational requirements.
• Allocating appropriate resource to specific traffic management tasks/activities.
• Ensuring strict processes are maintained to the highest standard throughout the business where health & safety is priority.
• Attend & chair regular management/supervisor meetings.
• Report to directors on various KPIs in relation to company growth & performance.
• Manage all operatives annual leave requirements.
• Manage operational supply chain including goods/services obtained.
• Work closely with the Contracts Department to ensure all activities are efficiently and safely carried out within an awareness of budgets.
• Works in collaboration with our clients to ensure delivery whilst maintaining the highest of standards.
• Monitor & Control fleet on a day to day basis whilst working closely with the transport department.

Experience, Skills and Knowledge

• Full driving license.
• Ability to travel dependent on companies' requirements.
• Ability to make reactive decisions at a moment's notice.
• Strong leadership qualities, managing a team of 50+ operatives.
• Minimum 4 years+ experience in the traffic management industry essential.
• Ability to conduct yourself professionally and coherently when attending meetings.
• Think critically and problem solve.
• Handle confidential/sensitive information with discretion.
• High attention to detail.
• Conflict management and resolution skills – Build consensus, anticipate and solve problems.
• Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced environment where client demands require a service second to none.

Health & Safety Compliance

Monitor site practices and routines to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, including the company H & S Policy, to minimise the likelihood of accidents and the resulting fines and compensation claims. Ensure training needs are identified and, in conjunction with HSEQ Department, arrange for personnel to attend such courses as are necessary. Failure to embrace a safe and secure environment can result in disciplinary proceedings.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Utilities

Location

East Kilbride, Scotland, United Kingdom