Operations Manager

We are looking for an Operations Manager to join us in Braintree, Essex.
This role has senior management responsibility for the delivery and ongoing development of the Council's frontline services to meet the needs of the District and deliver its statutory responsibilities, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements. The Operations service includes refuse, recycling and commercial waste, the waste transfer station, along with street cleansing, grounds maintenance, markets, street scene enforcement and the associated vehicle and plant provision.

Supporting the Head of Service, the post holder will provide a clear sense of leadership, direction and purpose across the service, ensuring our wide-ranging teams are engaged and motivated to maintain high standards and contribute to service developments.

Fundamental to the role is developing and leading on delivering service improvements, managing budgets and working with Trade Unions to maintain effective relationships. Alongside this it is critical to build effective relationships with Elected Members, Town and Parish Councils and partner organisations, to enable collaborative working

To be successful in this role you will need to have substantial knowledge and experience of waste management, transport management and fleet maintenance, along with strong evidence of successful strategic leadership in a performance management culture.

You will also have knowledge of relevant legislation and experience of service planning and management in a comparable organisation.

You must be an excellent communicator, able to develop effective relationships and partnerships and be seen as a positive role model and effective influencer.

To be successful in joining us you will need to have the skills to make a difference and be able to lead and inspire. In return, you will receive a competitive salary, benefits and a commitment to your continuing development.