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Job No. BBUK09973

Operations Manager - Northampton

Living Places

Operational Specialists

Northampton
Permanent

About the role

Our innovative thinking shapes our industry; equipping the world for tomorrow’s challenges. Join our UKCS - Balfour Beatty Living Places team as a Operations Manager and you can contribute to tangible, worthwhile work you can be proud of.

What you'll be doing

Operations



Overall accountability for operational safety and performance
Line manager responsibility for operations supervisors
Leadership role over all operatives and supervisors
Uncompromising approach to Zero Harm strategy within the contract
Ensure workforce is effectively resourced
Ensure workforce are trained and competent
Drive efficiency and right first time operational delivery through effective
works programming
Provide visible Operational leadership both on site and within the depot
Proactively manage and support Operational Supervisors
Proactive short interval control of operational programme
Support the Supervisors in delivering effective briefings and stand down
sessions
Ensure that contract/project outcomes are in line with the required
safety, quality and financial targets

Who we're looking for

Experienced in the management of Operational teams
Solution orientated individual, with ability to analyse risks and benefits of
options to resolve identified issues.
Proven experience of proactive management in a fast-paced operational
environment
Proven experience of working to tight deadlines with an ability to prioritise
and multi-task

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.


Why join us?


As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:


- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Balfour Beatty Living Places works in long-term partnerships with local authorities to create great places to live, work and play. We actively engage with local people to understand the needs of the communities we work in and shape the places where local economies can thrive and grow. As a leader in sustainable working, diversity, and social value, we use our expertise to bring real, positive change for our customers.


Diversity and inclusion


At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion


We are a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.


As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit: https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/


We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at: candidaterecruitmentqueries@balfourbeatty.com


 

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