Operations Supervisor

Lanes Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 54,442,752 - 57,859,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days holiday

Company van

Fuel card

Life Assurance

Competitive pension scheme

Job summary

The Lanes Group is seeking an Operations Supervisor at Eccles Depot, Manchester. You will work closely with the Depot Manager to plan, coordinate and supervise field engineers, ensuring tasks meet standards, teams stay on schedule and assets are used efficiently.

This role requires strong leadership, the ability to resolve drainage-related issues, and a valid UK driving licence. You will engage with clients, perform on-site safety audits, and manage vehicles and plant to maintain a professional

Qualifications

• Previous experience in drainage or utilities is preferred, but not essential.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team of field-based engineers.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Ability to schedule and prioritise tasks effectively to optimise workflow and asset usage.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating the activities of the engineering team to ensure tasks are completed on time and to the required standard.
• Be the first point of contact for the operatives and support them with problem solving for any drainage related issues.
• Customer/Client interaction—providing timescales and being a contact to answer any questions or queries they may have.
• Perform Health & Safety audits on-site and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Ensure that the team has the necessary equipment, information, and resources to complete work efficiently and safely.
• Assisting in managing the company’s vehicles and plant within the depot, ensuring they are properly calibrated, serviced, and maintained.
• Maintain the fleet and equipment in a condition that reflects the company’s professional image and commitment to Health & Safety.
• Oversee the efficient scheduling of work to maximise productivity and asset usage.

Skills

Leadership

Driving licence

Task scheduling

Drainage familiarity

Job description

The Lanes Group are the UK’s largest independent provider of water and wastewater solutions and services, we play a vital role in always maintaining the seamless operations of the nation’s water systems.

Formed in 1992, our half a billion-pound turnover ensures continued expansion for market share. Our key differentiator is our 4000+ staff and our resource pool that includes the most innovative fleet, plant, and equipment the market has to offer.

Position:

Operations Supervisor

Location:

Eccles, Manchester

Hours:

47.5 hours per week (flexibility required due to the nature of the role)

Pay:

£16 per hour

Due to company growth we are looking to appoint an experience Operations Supervisor to join our Manchester Depot. Working closely with the Depot Manager, you will be responsible for meeting SLA's and KPI's.

Benefits:

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company van plus fuel card or car allowance;
• Life Assurance
• Competitive pension scheme

About the role

We are looking for an Operations Supervisor in support of our Eccles Depot. This role requires you to work closely with the Depot Manager and operatives to ensure the smooth running of works within the field and on site.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and coordinating the activities of the engineering team to ensure tasks are completed on time and to the required standard.
• Being the first point of contact for the operatives and supporting them with problem solving for any drainage related issues.
• Customer/Client interaction- providing timescales and being a contact to answer any questions or queries they may have
• Perform Health & Safety audits on-site and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
• Ensure that the team has the necessary equipment, information, and resources to complete work efficiently and safely.
• Assisting in managing the company’s vehicles and plant within the depot, ensuring they are properly calibrated, serviced, and maintained.
• Maintain the fleet and equipment in a condition that reflects the company’s professional image and commitment to Health & Safety.
• Oversee the efficient scheduling of work to maximise productivity and asset usage.

About You:

• Previous experience in drainage or utilities is preferred, but not essential.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team of field-based engineers.
• A full UK driving licence is required.
• Ability to schedule and prioritise tasks effectively to optimise workflow and asset usage.

This position is open to Internal and External candidates. Any internal candidates currently employed within a division of the Lanes Group must complete an Internal Application form and submit to recruitment.

The Lanes Group plc comprises of a range of established service providers subsidiaries, which complement the specialist service of Lanes, by both work type and geography. Increasing our overall capability, assets and offering to our customers.

• Lanes
• Lanes I
• SUS
• Clearflow
• AQS

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from under-represented members of the community.

Strictly no agencies please

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