Operations Manager

Reed; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across multiple sites, ensuring work meets health, safety and quality standards within agreed timelines.

You will manage supervisors, read drawings, conduct site surveys, coordinate RAMS, and keep clients updated on progress while safeguarding project profitability.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role within the industry.
• SMSTS certified and CSCS card held.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple sites and manage supervisors and teams.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, Environmental legislation and client guidelines.
• Read drawings and specifications to understand scope of works.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee site work, manage labour, plant and materials.
• Manage work according to RAMS.
• Produce short-term programmes and flag delays to clients.
• Perform and record quality checks to maintain standards.
• Address variations and RFIs with clients.
• Conduct site inductions and toolbox talks.
• Collate Daily Records and support tendering.

Skills

SMSTS cert

CSCS card

Driving licence

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Drilling & Sawing

Job description

My client are seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee day-to-day operations across various sites, ensuring that all work is completed to high health, safety, and quality standards within agreed timelines. This role is crucial for maintaining efficiency and compliance across all operational activities.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Manage supervisors and teams across multiple sites, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
• Ensure all operations comply with Health & Safety and Environmental legislation, alongside client and company guidelines.
• Read and interpret drawings and specifications to fully understand the scope of works and ensure compliance.
• Conduct site surveys and oversee site work, supervising productivity and organising the workload, labour, plant, and materials.
• Manage work according to Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Produce short-term programmes for projects and specific tasks, communicating any delays to clients promptly.
• Perform and record quality checks to maintain high standards of work.
• Recognise changes in contract scope, highlighting variations and addressing Requests for Information (RFIs) with clients.
• Conduct site inductions and toolbox talks, ensuring all team members are informed of current standards and procedures.
• Collate Daily Record Sheets and issue them to the office, review weekly returns, and assist with the tendering process.
• Monitor targets, costs, progress, and variations to ensure project profitability and efficiency.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• SMSTS certification.
• NVQ Level 2 in Drilling & Sawing.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role within the industry.
• Valid CSCS card.
• Strong awareness of Health & Safety regulations.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Temporary Works Coordination (desirable but not essential).
• Must hold a full UK driving licence.