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Design Managers (Water)
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At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
We have a number of opportunities for Design Managers to join our Water team supporting on key projects in our Asset Design discipline.
**A little more about your role.**
As a Design Manager at WSP you will lead and manage design projects within the Water sector. Working alongside the Project Director and Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing engineering design work and ensuring compliance with best practices and UK regulations.
At WSP, our Design Managers are adaptable in various situations and possess an innovative mindset, willing to take on new challenges and are comfortable in working within significant and complex projects or programmes of work. We collaborate closely with external Clients and with internal multi-disciplinary project teams and, to deliver most effectively, we utilise WSP offices, Client offices and/or site locations to deliver programmes of strategic regional and national importance.
With WSP you have the exceptional opportunity to take the next step in your career, build on your experience and qualifications and achieve your ambitions. We offer excellent support in personal development and growth as part of our local teams and across the wider WSP business.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Lead design management for mid-scale and complex projects , managing resources, timelines, and budgets from concept through to completion.
+ Ensure projects comply with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
+ Manage client relationships and collaborate with engineering teams to deliver effective, integrated solutions.
+ Lead client and project meetings, reporting on progress, financials, and addressing technical challenges.
+ Drive "Safety by Design" practices and ensure compliance with UK CDM (Construction Design & Management) Regulations.
+ Ensuring clear communication through collaborating effectively with both internal WSP teams and external stakeholders to support the delivery of projects.
+ Facilitating and leading any discussions in Design Team Meetings (DTMs), taking clear and concise minutes and ensuring timely completion of actions by the design team.
+ Ensuring project delivery processes are consistently improved and implemented, e.g. change control. Coordinating relevant disciplines through target led workshops, enabling critical design issues to be resolved in a timely manner.
+ Dealing with RFIs, early warnings, and general communications to reduce project risk and ensure a successful project delivery.
+ Analysing, processing, and responding to design transmittals consisting of drawings, specifications, reports, and other project related documents.
+ Reviewing and evaluating quotations to ensure they align with the project's scope, budget and client requirements.
+ Managing changes and delays that have affected the project and ensuring these are resolved or mitigated accordingly.
+ Updating the design delivery programme, resource, and instructions. Have a thorough understanding of project scope and design responsibility.
+ Itemising scope of services, client briefing schedules, documentation and regular assessment against industry standards to help ensure a better set of deliverables.
+ Instigate efficiency, appropriate use of innovation, buildability whilst factoring the different design stages with the wider design team.
+ Understanding of the design process, roles and responsibilities and be able to coordinate across all disciplines internal and external, ensuring quality and add overall value to the project.
+ Multiple package delivery responsibility and team management, reporting to Senior Project Leads.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
+ MEng/BEng/BSc or HND/HNC in an Engineering, Environmental or numerate science related subject.
+ A member of an appropriate professional institute (Chartered or working towards)
+ Experience in an infrastructure programme and project delivery environment, with experience of delivering complex projects
+ Significant experience in Project and contract management including knowledge of H&S standards and regulations
Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Work on landmark projects around the world and embrace opportunities to make an even bigger impact in the communities you care about. What if you could do the best work of your life and create a legacy for yourself?
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
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We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
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Associate Director - Cost Managers, Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyor (CI&U - PMCM)
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At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.
**A little more about your role.**
You will play a pivotal role in pre- and post-contract Quantity Surveying (QS) or Cost & Commercial Management services to our clients - including estimating, cost planning, procurement, cost assurance, and post-contract financial/commercial management of projects ranging in size and complexity.
Depending on seniority and experience you could be involved in delivering QS/commercial projects, leading a QS/commercial team, training and mentoring staff, bid writing, winning work, people leadership and management, representing WSP UK at industry events, etc.
**YOUR TEAM**
You will join a diverse, growing team of Quantity Surveyors, Cost Managers and Commercial Managers, and other related professionals who work across multiple sectors
You will be part of our Project Management and Commercial Management Team (PMCM) - made up of approximately 400 colleagues across the UK. This team provides Quantity Surveying/Cost and Commercial Management, Programme and Project Management and Project Controls services to deliver both Building and Infrastructure projects for public and private clients. You will be within one of our four groups - Civil Infrastructure and Utilities. For your information, our other groups within PMCM are Property and Buildings, Programme Solutions, and Rail.
You will be based in The Mailbox, in Birmingham City Centre.
At WSP, you will get to work on iconic programmes and projects, plus develop and expand your career within a global company - one with international offices and access to reach back into our world-class, worldwide teams and markets.
**What we will be looking for you to demonstrate.**
**Essential**
+ MRICS or Assoc RICS or working towards a professional qualification
+ Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
+ Ability to demonstrate applicable knowledge, ability and experience around some QS/Cost and Commercial competencies required by relevant professional institutions
+ Where applicable, have demonstrable management, project leadership and delivery experience at senior level
**Desirable**
+ Have strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail
+ Adaptable and flexible approach to workload
+ Have an alternative, relevant, professional qualification or working towards (e.g. CICES, AcostE)
+ Demonstrable Quantity Surveying or Cost and Commercial Management experience in the public sector and/or experience on heavy industry projects
+ Ability to travel from base office or home to site, client/project team offices, other WSP offices, and project locations
+ Are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a dynamic team
+ Hold a degree, or similar higher education academic qualification
+ Have proven organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
+ Are not afraid to challenge the status quo to try innovative solutions and learn from past experiences
+ Familiarity or working knowledge of specialist software such as CostX and CEMAR
+ Working knowledge/experience of NEC Contracts and other industry standard contract forms
+ Able to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
+ Have previous experience of working in a QS/Cost and Commercial Management role in a consultant, contractor, or client organisation - particularly in the following sectors: water, energy, environment, infrastructure, or transportation
**Don't quite meet all the criteria? Apply, and we can see how your experience aligns to this role and other opportunities within the team.**
**Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.**
Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.
**With us, you can. Apply today.**
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We are one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Our 72,800 passionate people are united by the common purpose of creating positive, long-lasting impacts on the communities we serve through a culture of innovation, integrity, and inclusion. With over 9,000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, we are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower.
**WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?**
**Work-life balance**
At WSP, we understand that work is just one aspect of your life. It's important to make time for you, your family, friends, interests and your community.
Our hybrid working policy offers the flexibility to work from home two days a week, while also providing opportunities to collaborate in our modern offices across the UK.
**Inclusivity & Belonging**
We welcome applicants with varied backgrounds and experiences. We enable rewarding careers by encouraging people to bring their whole and authentic selves to work so that our work represents the fullest spectrum of society. We celebrate integrity and treat people with respect, supporting each other and embracing a culture of inclusion and belonging at WSP. We have our employee resource groups bring together employees and allies with different backgrounds to promote our culture of inclusivity.
**Health & Wellbeing**
We are committed to supporting our people, giving you the tools to make improvements to your health and wellbeing through our Thrive programme.
Our Virtual GP service gives you access to an NHS or Irish Medical Council GP at a time and place that suits you - giving you peace of mind and quick access to medical advice when you need it most. We also provide reasonable workplace adjustments for those in need. Additionally, you can benefit from the Gymflex scheme, which offers up to 40% off annual gym memberships through our WSP flexible benefits program, as well as a comprehensive menopause support package.
**Flex your time**
To enhance work-life balance, WSP offers the "WSP My Hour," allowing you to take one hour each day for personal activities, with the flexibility to make up the time earlier or later that day.
We also provide part-time and flexible working arrangements, the option to purchase additional leave, and the ability to use your bank holiday entitlement to suit you.
**Your development**
We understand the importance of development and training to you. That's why we foster a supportive environment that invests in your growth, whether through training, mentoring, or Chartership.
**#WeAreWSP**
_Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria, please let us know if you require any workplace adjustments in support of your application._
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Operations Manager
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Based at our head office at Keele University, the Operations Manager will play a crucial role in maintaining the smooth running of The Supply Register’s day-to-day operations. This is a new opportunity and will ensure that internal processes and reporting and systems are accurate, compliant and efficient.
This is a hands-on role requiring strong coordination, analytical and organisation skills, overseeing business operations from payroll and invoicing to data reporting, client submissions and office management.
Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Reporting & Data Management
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Own and manage Power BI reporting — ensuring all dashboards and performance reports are accurate, up to date and issued on time.
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Produce and issue monthly client and internal reports, responding promptly to inbound report queries.
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Collate, analyse and interpret inbound client data (spend, usage and workforce data) to support service insights and framework reporting.
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Maintain and update all agency PSL lists and associated reporting documentation.
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Submit spend data and required returns to external frameworks (CPC, CCS and others) in line with deadlines.
2. Payroll, Invoicing & Financial Coordination
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Run weekly temporary payroll, ensuring all data is accurate and timesheets are approved prior to processing.
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Liaise with the Payroll and Finance teams to ensure payments are completed accurately and on schedule.
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Run weekly invoicing and self-billing cycles, reconciling approved timesheets with client billing schedules.
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Work with Accounts to upload and reconcile invoices and self-bills within Xero, ensuring financial data integrity.
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Manage inbox queries relating to invoices, copies and credit notes, escalating or assigning to the relevant Regions Manager for approval.
3. Systems, Zendesk & Inbox Management
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Oversee Zendesk as the company’s service desk system — ensuring all internal and external tickets are logged, categorised, prioritised and resolved within SLA.
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Maintain and improve Zendesk workflows, reports and user accountability.
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Manage central inboxes, ensuring all incoming enquiries are acknowledged, actioned and closed within agreed timescales.
4. Office & Administrative Management
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Manage confidential waste disposal,orders, stationery and general office facilities managementfor Keele HQ.
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Support onboarding and general office administration duties as required.
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Liaise with suppliers and service providers to ensure the office environment remains fully operational.
5. Job Board & Advertising Oversight
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Oversee job board accounts (Reed, CV-Library, Indeed, etc.), ensuring adverts are live, branded and relevant to current vacancies.
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Manage renewals, usage tracking and integration with tsr365.
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Work closely with Marketing and Talent Acquisition to maximise candidate attraction performance.
6. Continuous Improvement & Business Process Development
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Create, implement, assess and improve business plans, operational strategies and procedures to drive efficiency and consistency.
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Support technology adoption and process standardisation across all operational functions.
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Identify areas for automation or simplification to enhance service delivery.
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Contribute operational insight to board and performance reporting.
The ideal applicant will have:
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A strong understanding of compliance within a fast-paced temporary recruitment environment.
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Proven experience in recruitment operations, payroll coordination, or service delivery management.
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Excellent organisational, analytical and communication skills.
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High attention to detail and confidence managing high-volume operational workflows.
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Proficient in CRM/ATS systems (ideally tsr365 or equivalent), Excel and BI reporting tools.
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Experience using helpdesk/ticketing software (Zendesk preferred).
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Collaborative, proactive and calm under pressure characteristics— thrives in a dynamic, service-led environment.
Benefits of working with The Supply Regsister:
- 25 days annual leave plus public holidays. Extra 1 day annual leave each year (up to a maximum of 29 days)
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Private health care plan
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50% off Gym membership
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Annual awards
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Free onsite parking at the head office
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An extra day annual leave for your birthday every year
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Company pension
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Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
Salary: Competitive plus yearly bonus, car cash allowance, pension and many other Veolia benefits.
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Location: Wolverhampton
What we can offer you;
- Eligible for an annual performance bonus
- 25 days of annual leave
- Choice of company car or car cash allowance
- Access to our company pension scheme
- One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
- Ongoing training and development opportunities, allow you to reach your full potential
What you'll be doing;
- Deliver strong operational and financial performance whilst maintaining high levels of customer service.
- Responsible for day to day management of operatives, staff and site based support to ensure site capability & capacity is maintained.
- Delivery of a first time collection culture, whilst driving innovation and change for customers.
- Managing operations against requirements.
- Drive efficiencies to maximise profit and utilise data to improve operational performance.
- Ensure safety and wellbeing of all of our employees and anyone affected by our operations.
- Nominated Transport Manager with overall responsibility for fleet management and compliance.
What we're looking for;
Essential:
- Transport Manager CPC
- Level 3 Leadership & Management or equivalent work experience.
- Previous waste management experience.
- Previous financial management experience.
- Previous fleet management experience.
Desirable:
- IOSH managing safely.
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
If you are successful in securing a new role or promotion within the company, any offer to you may be subject to the acceptance of standardised terms and conditions. These new terms and conditions may differ from your current contract, if you have any questions about how this might affect you, please don't hesitate to contact your line manager or the HR team.
Job Posting End Date:
What's next?
Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.
We're proud to have been named as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This consistent recognition reflects our commitment to our people, demonstrating that Veolia is not just transforming the environment, we're also transforming what it means to have a rewarding, purposeful career.
We're dedicated to supporting you throughout your application journey, offering adjustments where reasonable and appropriate. As a proud Disability Confident Employer, we will offer an interview to applicants with a disability or long-term condition who opt-in to the Disability Confident scheme, and meet the minimum criteria for our roles.
We're also committed to ensuring that all applicants and colleagues receive fair treatment without discrimination on any grounds, aiming to create a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.
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Operations Manager
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We are recruiting for an Operations Manager to join an established Manufacturing business based in the Worcester area. The Operations Manager will work across two sites in a foundry environment providing hands on leadership, planning and coordinatingactivities ensuring that the production/quality of products meets requirements.This will be a hands on visible role ensuring all activities are performed in line with Operational procedures,
As the Operations Manager you will be required too :
* Ensure all activities are carried out in line with operational procedures
* Work to achieve agreed monthly business plan
* Assist the works manager with production, processing plans and strategies
* Ensure that all foundry operations are operated safely and efficiently
* Ensure that all plant/equipment is used safely
* Coordinate activities to drive improved OEE on all key plant
* Identify and reduce root causes of downtime on equipment
* Ensure that machine, plant and equipment are maintained to required standards
* Drive forward a culture of continuous improvement
Requirements:
* Previous Operations experience in a Manufacturing environment
* A good knowledge of continuous improvement
* Experience of identifying and reducing root causes of any issues
* Able to influence change and drive improvement
* Experience and knowledge of maintaining health & safety
* Ideally from an Aluminium Foundry background
If you would be interested in the position of Operations Managerplease apply now and we will be in touch shortly.
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Operations Manager
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Operations Manager
Location: Gloucester
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and highly organised candidate to oversee and manage all sales and operational activity held at our Gloucestershire auction premises, this will also involve weekly travel to local sites.
This is a hands-on, varied, position requiring a flexible individual who thrives on operational excellence, and takes pride in ensuring each sale runs seamlessly from setup to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate all auction sales and events held at the Gloucestershire site.
- Oversee auction day logistics, including layout, staffing, and client coordination.
- Work closely with the wider management team to plan and execute sales schedules and events nationally and internationally.
- Supervise warehouse, office, and site operations, ensuring safety, security, and presentation standards are consistently met.
- Lead, motivate, and support on-site teams.
- Manage stock, storage, and logistics, including movement of goods between locations.
- Ensure compliance with Health & Safety, fire, and risk.
- Coordinate maintenance, facilities, and supplier relationships across all locations.
Person Specification
- Proven experience in an team leader role, ideally within logistics, stock control or event-led environment.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to travel.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Full UK driving licence required.
Why Join Us
You’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring each auction and event is delivered to the highest standard, working alongside passionate experts in a heritage-rich industry.
To apply:
Please send your CV and a short covering statement outlining your relevant experience and availability to (url removed)
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Operations Manager
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Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for an Operations Manager on a Permanent Basis, based in the West Midlands
Role Summary
The Operations Manager will oversee the day-to-day production and operations ensuring efficient production processes, maintaining high safety and quality standards, optimising resource utilisation, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to meet company objectives.
Key Responsibilities & Accountability
Working as part of the management team to achieve the overall objectives of the business unit by driving high standards of work, safety and continuous improvement in process and quality of operations
Be responsible for the P&L (in circa 4 million) budget and commercial responsibility of the projects, including cash flow and collection. Developing and delivering budgets in line with forecasts and expectations
Ensure compliance with all Company policies. Particular attention is drawn to the requirement to manage operational delivery in accordance with the Companies Safety Rules
Management of the projects, processes, and procedures to achieve right first time and customer satisfaction
Understanding contracts to read, interpret and implement appropriate controls with the management and the Commercial team. Understanding the market, identifying, and delivering opportunities to tender
Setting clear and measurable goals and objectives to develop culture of performance linked to the overall strategy to drive performance
Proactively manage costs and improve efficiency to increase business performance and profitability
Take lead role in all HR activities within the profit centres, coaching and developing the workforce (Approx. 30) ensuring quality, health and safety standards are maintained in accordance with company policies and relevant legislation
Assisting the Business Manager with any other duties as and when required.
Requirements
Possess excellent technical knowledge of Coil manufacturing Degree or relevant experience in managing an engineering business
IOSH H&S for Managers
Has attained or working towards a construction certificate such as SMSTS
Demonstrable experience of managing a team
Demonstrable experience of understanding and managing P&L, budget control, commercial and financial acumen
Customer focused thinker with outstanding interpersonal skills for communication at all levels
Excellent people management skills with the ability to lead, motivate and develop workforce
Our Company
Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!
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Operations Manager
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Job Title: Operations Manager
Operations Manager
Benefits – 25 days 8 bank holiday Pension Private Health, share scheme
Are you an inspirational Operations Manager looking to join a market leading, highly successful manufacturing operation during an exciting growth period? Would you like the autonomy to impact operational strategy?
If so, this Operations Management role could be for you.
You will need to be a driven, versatile Production Operations Manager who can be both hands on and strategic and happy to work at all levels to provide the level of outstanding quality and service for which they are known.
The company are investing heavily and are continuing to streamline their processes and become even more productive.
As Operations Manager you will help shape and structure the operational side of the business moving forward. This will include management of all aspects of manufacturing and supply chain operations.
You will have a passion for identifying new ideas and a keen eye for aligning capacity, lead times and output to meet growing market demand as well as exciting growth targets. You will also be a natural leader with the ability to co-ordinate workflow between departments, monitoring and improving processes as required, ensuring on-time delivery, exceptional quality levels and customer service, coupled with the mindset and aptitude to deliver transformational change.
As Operations Manager your remit will include:
- Overseeing the smooth running of manufacturing, supply chain and logistics operations in-house
- Strategically planning both from a resource and capacity planning perspective
- Liaison both externally with customers and internally to meet and exceed customer requirements in terms of Quality, Cost & Delivery.
- Responsibility for producing and successfully delivering manufacturing, and inventory plans
- Driving continuous improvement in both our processes and quality
- Identifying any additional resources required whether staffing, additional facilities, plant/ equipment through to IT hardware and software
- Managing Supply Chain - supplier development, optimisation of the ERP system / modules and ensuring the on-time delivery of materials and components into production
- Ensuring that the quality of products meets and exceeds our strict quality standards
- Ensuring our products meet technical specifications
- And assisting with any other elements of the day to day running of the production workshop, working as part of our team environment
To succeed in this role you will need to have:
Proven production and operations management experience
- A background working on electro-mechanical assembled products.
- The ability to lead from the front and have a strong shop floor presence is essential, as is the ability to build, mentor and drive improvements across manufacturing operations.
- Low to medium volume background ideally
- Good understanding of ERP / MRP
- Lean/continuous improvement expertise
Please contact Alison Kemp for further details or apply via the link
Likely to suit individuals with a background as (but not limited to): Operations Manager, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Production Operations Manager, Manager of Operations, Manufacturing Manager, Production Manager or similar
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Operations Manager
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Operations Manager - Manufacturing
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Operations Manager to lead the manufacturing operations at a well-established production facility based in West Midlands. This role is pivotal in ensuring that all products are manufactured to the highest standards of quality, within budget and on schedule, while maintaining strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead, mentor, and develop production teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Develop and implement effective production strategies to ensure consistent supply and meet customer demand, particularly during peak periods.
- Drive operational excellence through the application of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Monitor and maintain quality standards, proactively addressing issues to reduce customer complaints and improve product consistency.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, supply chain, quality, and other departments to align production goals and initiatives.
- Provide regular performance updates and insights to senior leadership.
- Oversee the maintenance and optimisation of plant equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.
- Manage capital expenditure projects from planning through to delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met.
- Negotiate and manage third-party service contracts, including logistics, waste management, and maintenance.
- Support new product development by assessing production impact and feasibility.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, including packaging (EPR) and REACH.
- Champion health, safety, and environmental standards across the site, conducting regular inspections and risk assessments.
Candidate Profile:
- Degree-qualified, ideally in an engineering or scientific discipline.
- Proven leadership experience within a food or feed manufacturing environment; SME experience is advantageous.
- Strong background in continuous improvement with relevant qualifications or certifications.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to analyse production data and drive informed decision-making.
- Demonstrated success in managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
- Proficient in ERP systems and production software.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing compliance and regulatory requirements.
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Operations Manager
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Michael Page are working with a leading energy from waste organisation to recruit an Operations Manager for their flag ship site in Birmingham.
Client Details
This organisation are a UK leader in energy from waste with a growing portfolio of operations across the Midlands. Their Birmingham based plant is 24/7 operation and boasts YOY growth with ambitious plans for the next 5 years including the appointment of an operations lead.
Description
As Operations Manager you will report into the Plant Manager responsible for a production Team of 20. The role is days based with Shift Team Leaders reporting in.
Working closely with the Maintenance Manager, you will be tasked with growing the operating capacity of the site, driving high performance and leading a best in class health & safety culture. The Operations Manager will be responsible for site metrics challenging all existing processes to unearth and deliver improvement opportunity.
Day to day responsibility will include:
- Leading on all production matters as part of the senior leadership team
- Working with other Operations Managers across the group on knowledge share and best practice
- Development & succession planning across the shift teams
- Ensuring HSE standards remain high across production and contractor operations
- Deputising for the plant manager
Profile
As Operations Manager will have a people leadership background within a continuous process or the energy industry and a range of the following:
- An technical or engineering background
- Ideally experience in energy from waste, steam, gas turbine, CHP or similar
- An analytical / data oriented approach
- Proven leadership capability
- Demonstrable background in increasing capacity
- A strong health and safety tool kit
Job Offer
Alongside the opportunity to join a leading UK business with huge amounts of progression opportunity, the Operations Manager will receive:
- Up to 62k salary
- Bonus
- Pension
- A suite of benefits
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