Operations Manager in Crawley

Energy Jobline CVL; Crawley; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure services provider in Crawley seeks an Operations Manager to oversee aviation infrastructure projects at London Gatwick Airport. This senior role requires extensive experience in civil engineering, team leadership, and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will manage resources and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards while maintaining strong client relationships.

Benefits

Matched or contributory pension scheme

Online GP service 24/7

Employee assistance programme

Life assurance

Private health care

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in civil engineering and infrastructure operations.
• Proven leadership in managing teams, subcontractors, and multi-site activities.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple aviation projects.
• Manage labour, materials, and equipment scheduling to meet timelines.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors.

Skills

Civil engineering experience

Leadership and team management

Project delivery and scheduling

Commercial awareness

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of safety regulations

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts

CDM regulations

Job description

About The Role

Right across infrastructure, there’s a requirement to not only maintain, but also renew and reimagine. Whatever stage you’re at in your career, with us you’ll have an opportunity to grow and develop. Delivering essential infrastructure services for life, while being safety first, and client and customer centric in a friendly, fun and respectful environment where you are encouraged to thrive.

Where will you be working?

M Group Aviation. You’ll be joining our Aviation team – Our Aviation team works across a wide range of specialist civil, mechanical and electrical engineering works including major international airports, regional airports and RAF airfields. This role is based at London Gatwick Airport.

What will you be doing?

As an Operations Manager, you’ll be responsible for the successful delivery and performance of aviation infrastructure projects and maintenance at London Gatwick Airport. You’ll lead operational teams, manage resources, and ensure that all works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence, maintaining client relationships, and supporting the strategic growth of the business. This is a Senior level role and key to the successful delivery of civils maintenance and minor work, M&E projects, buildings and civils capital frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple aviation infrastructure projects and maintenance
• Lead and develop site teams, ensuring high performance and adherence to safety and quality standards
• Collaborate with planning and commercial teams to ensure efficient project delivery
• Manage labour, materials, and equipment scheduling to meet project timelines
• Monitor and report on operational performance, identifying areas for improvement
• Ensure compliance with NEC3/4 contracts, CDM regulations, and SHEQ standard
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and subcontractors
• Support the tendering process and early contractor involvement (ECI) where required
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across operational processes and delivery models

What You’ll Bring

• Demonstrable experience in civil engineering and infrastructure operations
• Proven leadership in managing teams, subcontractors, and multi-site activities
• Strong commercial awareness and experience with NEC3/4 contracts
• Excellent planning, coordination, and problem-solving skills
• Deep understanding of construction methods, safety regulations, and quality standards
• Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities
• Experience in operational improvement and business efficiency initiatives
• Knowledge of CDM roles and SHEQ responsibilities

What’s in it for you

• Matched or contributory pension scheme
• Online GP service 24/7
• Employee assistance programme
• My Rewards portal access to thousands of retail discounts
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work, salary finance and give‑as‑you‑earn schemes
• Enhanced maternity, paternity leave and adoption leave
• Reward and recognition scheme
• Company car and fuel card with a range of EV and hybrid vehicles to choose from
• My Car Choice salary sacrifice EV/Hybrid car scheme
• Private health care and health care cash plan
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Personal Accident Cover
• Recommend a friend – get rewarded for introducing people to us

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