Operations Manager – Manchester (Aperture)

Briggs Amasco Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Bonus scheme

Pension plan

Job summary

Briggs Amasco Ltd in Manchester seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead day-to-day roofing operations, manage multiple live projects, and ensure safety, quality, and timely delivery across UK sites. You will report to the General Manager and act as deputy when required, with travel across the UK and a hands-on approach.

The role requires SMSTS, CSCS Black, NVQ Level 6, and a strong track record in site supervision, planning, and team leadership within roofing/construction.

Qualifications

• Experience as Site/Supervisor or Contracts Manager in roofing/construction.
• Proficient with cold-applied roofing systems.
• Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation.
• Experience conducting site inspections, audits and quality checks.
• Ability to manage multiple live projects.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• Commercial awareness and problem-solving.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational delivery of multiple roofing projects.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and programme.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety legislation and policies.
• Prepare and review RAMS.
• Carry out site audits, toolbox talks and safety inspections.
• Supervise site teams and subcontractors, ensuring quality and productivity.
• Provide technical support on cold-applied roofing systems.
• Resolve site issues to minimise delays.
• Liaise with clients, principal contractors, suppliers and internal teams.
• Assist with project planning, scheduling and resource allocation.
• Monitor project costs and identify efficiency improvements.
• Produce site reports and maintain project documentation.
• Support the General Manager with planning and continuous improvement.
• Act as the General Manager’s deputy when required.

Skills

Multi-project management

Site supervision

Cold-applied roofing

Health & safety

Site inspections

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 6

Job description

Title: Operations Manager (Aperture)

Location: Manchester, but must be willing to travel across UK

Hours: 40 (8am to 5pm, 1 hour lunch)

Salary: Competitive +Car +Bonus + Pension

Qualifications: NVQ Level 6, Black CSCS Card & SMSTS

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Aperture is seeking an experienced, motivated, and hands‑on Operations Manager / Contracts Manager to become the second‑in‑command within the business. This is a key leadership role, responsible for supporting the General Manager in the day‑to‑day running of operations while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time, and to the highest standard. The successful candidate will be confident managing multiple roofing projects, carrying out regular site visits, maintaining excellent health and safety standards, and building strong relationships with clients, site teams, and subcontractors.

REPORTS TO

• General Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the day-to-day operational delivery of multiple roofing projects.


• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and programme performance.


• Ensure all work complies with current Health & Safety legislation and company policies.


• Prepare and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).


• Carry out site audits, toolbox talks, and safety inspections.


• Supervise site teams and subcontractors, ensuring high standards of workmanship and productivity.


• Provide technical support and guidance on cold-applied roofing systems.


• Resolve site issues quickly and effectively to minimise delays.


• Liaise with clients, principal contractors, suppliers, and internal teams.


• Assist with project planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.


• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.


• Produce site reports and maintain accurate project documentation.


• Support the General Manager with operational planning and continuous improvement initiatives.


• Act as the General Manager’s deputy when required.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Incumbents need to be articulate, numerate and demonstrate competence in:

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor, Contracts Supervisor, Operations Manager, or Contracts Manager within the roofing or construction industry.


• Strong knowledge and practical experience of cold-applied roofing systems.


• Excellent understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices.


• Experience conducting site inspections, audits, and quality checks.


• Ability to manage multiple live projects simultaneously.


• Strong leadership and people management skills.


• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.


• Commercial awareness and problem-solving capability.


• Full UK driving licence.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme)


• CSCS Card (Black Manager)


• Personal Attributes


• Self-motivated and proactive.


• Strong attention to detail.


• Calm under pressure with excellent decision‑making skills.


• Professional and client‑focused.


• Honest, dependable, and accountable.


• A team player who can also work independently.


• Committed to maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Briggs Amasco Ltd are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.