Operations Manager

3 weeks ago


Walsall, Walsall, United Kingdom Colas Ltd Full time £60,000

About Colas Ltd

Colas Ltd is a prominent UK subsidiary of the global Colas Group, which operates in over 50 countries and employs more than 55,000 individuals worldwide, including a significant workforce in the UK across various locations.

We specialize in highways construction and have participated in extensive UK and international projects within the highways, airfields, and marine sectors. Additionally, we provide highways maintenance services and manufacture innovative surfacing products.

Role Overview

As an Operations Manager, you will report directly to the Operations Manager and hold overall responsibility for developing and managing key client expectations and operational delivery. Your role will support contract commitments while ensuring compliance with all quality procedures and safe working practices, executing all tasks to the highest possible health, safety, and environmental standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage financial authorities concerning contract revenue, expenditures, and budgets in alignment with operational forecasts.
  • Efficiently manage and utilize all business unit resources through effective planning and communication with peers and clients.
  • Ensure health and safety compliance by adhering to method statements and risk assessments, utilizing induction and toolbox talks, and ensuring the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Engage with subcontractors to ensure all necessary information is available, including training and competency checks, while upholding discipline within the business and ensuring compliance.
  • Assist in the preparation and production of job packs for various works, ensuring risks and hazards are properly identified and mitigated.
  • Encourage the reporting of near misses and monitor ongoing work to ensure it meets the required standards.
  • Collaborate with the Commercial Team to ensure work is delivered to target.
  • Ensure compliance with all HR processes, including investigations and disciplinary actions.
  • Oversee the accurate completion of timesheets and holiday requests.
  • Manage winter maintenance operations as per client instructions and maintain the winter and call-out rota.

Safety and Environmental Commitment

Promote and enhance safety awareness within the organization, fostering a culture of zero tolerance towards unsafe acts and aiming for zero lost time incidents (LTIs).

Ensure all activities are conducted with due regard for the environment, preventing pollution, complying with legal and corporate requirements, and minimizing environmental impact.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will possess practical experience gained from within the highways maintenance and commercial management sectors over several years. You will demonstrate strong people management skills in line with corporate policies to cultivate a high-performing team. A valid UK driving license is essential for this position.

Compensation and Benefits

Colas Ltd offers a competitive total compensation package, including:

  • A salary of up to £60,000 (dependent on experience) plus a company car or car allowance.
  • Colas Pension Scheme with combined contributions of up to 10%.
  • Life Assurance Scheme equivalent to four times the basic salary.
  • 25 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
  • Holiday Purchase & Selling Scheme.
  • Hybrid Working Scheme (dependent on the role).
  • Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities.
  • Discounts on car leasing, holidays, cinema tickets, restaurants, and more through our online employee benefits portal.

Company Values

At Colas, we uphold three core values: Caring, Sharing, and Daring. We are dedicated to caring for our colleagues, promoting equality and diversity, and fostering a culture of fairness, transparency, and respect for all stakeholders. We encourage a productive environment where talents are fully utilized, and organizational goals are achieved through shared knowledge and expertise.



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