Land Drainage Operations Specialist

Land Drainage Operations Specialist

Location Ashford, Kent

Salary up to GBP85,000 per annum depending on experience

Benefits Car or Car Allowance, Private Medical, Life Assurance and more!

Permanent

Do you possess knowledge of CDM regulations?

Have you got experience in a leadership role within the civil groundworks and drainage industry?

We have a fantastic opportunity in Ashford for a Land Drainage Operations Specialist to work for a successful client that offers a variety of bespoke services across Kent and Sussex.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and organise operations within the business, ensuring they are in accordance with applicable legislation and in the best interests of the company
• Gain a clear understanding of the Client s requirements to ensure projects are structured and resourced efficiently, to the correct timescales, providing accurate project costs and quotations to clients
• Plan and manage work schedules and procure the necessary materials
• Ensure all paperwork and records of operations are completed with as much relevant detail as possible to support timely invoicing and reporting
• Strong ability to read and interpret site plans, drawings and identify any variances
• Optimise business opportunities from networking events and to follow through all substantial leads
• Set and monitor achievable KPI s for the team, providing support, development and feedback as appropriate
• Comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures, monitoring improvements that could be made to maintain a safe working environment
• Bring in new initiatives and efficiencies to enable cost savings and increase profit margins
• Develop the business in collaboration with the wider management team, establishing contacts and client relationships
• Report regularly to the board on progress-making recommendations on business improvements and growth initiatives
• Responsible for the accurate pricing of large projects and tender bids
• Other duties as deemed reasonable

Skills and Experience

• Good knowledge of CDM regulations
• Proficient use of Gannt charts for selective projects
• Use of CAD (or similar programs)
• Site setting out/surveying skills - GPS or total station
• Proven experience in a leadership role within the civil groundworks and drainage business area
• Previous experience in similar role
• Degree or equivalent work experience
• Highly effective communication, discipline and interpersonal skills
• Team player who can lead by example

To find out more about the position, please apply and we will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

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