Senior Operations Manager

Salary: Competitive salary plus annual performance bonus, company car or car allowance and pension

Location: Manchester, M22



When you see the world as we do, you see the chance to help the world take better care of its resources, and help it become a better place for everyone. It's why we're looking for someone who's just as committed as we are, to push for genuine change and bring our ambition of Ecological Transformation to life.



We know that everyone here at Veolia can help us work alongside our communities, look after the environment, and contribute to our inclusive culture.



What we can offer you;

• Access to our company pension scheme
  
• Discounts on everything from groceries to well known retailers
  
• Access to a range of resources to support your physical, mental and financial health; so you can lean on us whenever you need to
  
• 24 hour access to a virtual GP, 365 days a year, for you and family members in your household
  
• One paid days leave every year to volunteer and support your community
  
• Ongoing training and development opportunities, allowing you to reach your full potential
  

What you'll be doing;

• Responsible for the day-to-day management of KDC operational support staff to ensure site capability/capacity is maximised.
  
• Delivering a strong operational and financial performance whilst maintaining high levels of customer service.
  
• Attending monthly operations meetings, circulating meeting actions ensuring all are closed out in a timely manner.
  
• Directing and managing admin support staff.
  
• Providing operational support to the sales team where required when responding to new enquiries.
  
• Managing the undertaking of CM responsibilities/delegated responsibilities during leave periods.
  
• Assisting the Safety and Compliance Manager with the collation and review of H&S statistics across projects and inputting into external accreditation audits.
  
• Supporting client audits.
  
• Liaising with external compliance consultants in regards to maintenance of KDC Integrated Management Systems and procedures.
  
• Engaging with the Plant Manager on a daily basis to understand machine maintenance requirements.
  
• Undertake handovers and task delegation to cover CM's during holidays.
  
• Ensuring safety and well-being of all employees and those affected by our operations.
  

What we're looking for;

• Experience managing and leading a successful team.
  
• The ability to make strong working relationships with customers.
  
• Previous fleet management experience.
  
• Previous experience working in the decommissioning/decontamination/demolition or related industries.
  
• CCDO Black Card Level 6 or above.
  
• Asbestos Awareness.
  

What's next?



Apply today, so we can make a difference for generations to come.



We're proud to be listed in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2023, being named as a Top 10 Very Big Organisation and Highly Commended as a workplace for 55+.

This accolade further demonstrates our commitment to our people and our actions in creating an environment where everyone can be their true selves and enjoy working at Veolia.



We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the application process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary and requested. If you require any reasonable adjustments as part of your application and interview process please do not hesitate to let us know.

We know how important it is to be fully committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive place to work for every one of our colleagues. We are committed to ensuring that all job applicants and members of staff are treated equally, without discrimination because of sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

We therefore welcome and encourage all candidates who meet the minimum requirements to apply.