Operations Manager

Duxford
1 week ago
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We are March……… the UKs leading provider of critical engineering services. Our expertise as a multi-disciplinary engineering partner across infrastructure, process and digital services has led to long term partnerships with leading organisations in everything from food and drink and utilities to high-security industries such as defence, aerospace and nuclear.

As the Operations Manager you will be responsible for managing a team of electricians and technicians, coordinating projects, and maintaining high safety and quality standards

Key Responsibilities

Team Management: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of electricians and technicians. Conduct performance evaluations and provide training and development opportunities.

Project Coordination: Plan, schedule, and oversee electrical projects from inception to completion. Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

Safety Compliance: Ensure all electrical work complies with safety regulations and company policies. Conduct regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

Resource Management: Manage the allocation of resources, including personnel, equipment, and materials. Optimize resource utilization to maximize efficiency.

Customer Relations: Maintain strong relationships with clients, addressing their needs and concerns promptly. Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Budget Management: Monitor expenses and implement cost-saving measures where possible.

Estimating – produce bill of materials from drawing fro estimating and purchasing.

Technical Expertise: Provide technical guidance and support to the team. Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in electrical technology

Skills and Experience

Experience working within and electrical small works contract environment

Experience working in hygienic industries (i.e. food, beverage, pharmaceutical).

Has experience using MS Project or similar.

Can interpret engineering drawings, schematic diagrams, GA’s, cable block diagrams, cable/terminal lists.

Specific Qualifications

Hold Electrical qualifications

18th Edition

What we offer

A competitive salary and benefits package appropriate to this position

An employer who values the ongoing wellbeing of its employees

Career development within a successful and growing business

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation

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