Senior Highways Operations Leader

Staffline Group; West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK public-sector organization is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to oversee frontline highway services. The role entails leading diverse teams and managing complex budgets, with an emphasis on compliance and safety. Ideal candidates should possess significant experience in highways or civil engineering, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have effective stakeholder engagement abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape service direction in a high-profile environment.

Benefits

Exceptional package and pension

Autonomy to shape service direction

Qualifications

• Significant experience in highways, civil engineering or public realm operations.
• Experience managing large frontline teams and unionised workforces.
• Strong understanding of H&S and CDM compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multi-skilled frontline teams delivering highway maintenance operations.
• Oversee planned and emergency works ensuring safety.
• Manage operational budgets and assets effectively.

Skills

Senior operational management

Leadership of frontline teams

Stakeholder engagement

Health & Safety compliance

Managing operational budgets

Civil engineering knowledge

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent experience

Job description

A UK public-sector organization is seeking an experienced Senior Operations Manager to oversee frontline highway services. The role entails leading diverse teams and managing complex budgets, with an emphasis on compliance and safety. Ideal candidates should possess significant experience in highways or civil engineering, demonstrate strong leadership skills, and have effective stakeholder engagement abilities. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to shape service direction in a high-profile environment.