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Operations Manager Rail
April 16, 2021 | Comments Off on Operations Manager Rail
Location: West
Business Area: Rail
Contract: Permanent
Connecting people, powering the UK.
Imagine working in a team trusted to build and deliver some of the UKs most innovative projects in the Power, Gas, Telecoms or Rail industry. Now come and enjoy the reality - with a company where you can develop your future, shaping your world for everyone.
Kier Utilities is a leading utility service provider with much of our work delivered within long-term Alliance and framework contracts. Our focus is on delivering efficiently through developing innovative ways of working to ensure excellence in service to our clients and their customers, whilst satisfying the regulators demand
Kier is seeking an experienced Operations Manager with significant recent experience of managing operations within the Rail sector - a person who is willing and able to become an integral part of a successful delivery team. The Rail business operates Nationally and is looking to expand its capability and geographical presence as a tier 1 contractor working for Network Rail and other Rail clients.
The post holder must be mobile and location-flexible to cover a range schemes and both pre- and post- contract meetings across their area. The post will be based in a mixture of offices, project sites and home.
What do we need from you?
To be successful in this role you will have previous experience of delivering to Rail clients and strong management experience with the ability to motivate and develop people with the necessary expertise and skills to meet or exceed required performance standards, whilst ensuring there is an effective resource strategy in place to support business growth. You will hold a UK drivers licence and have a degree or HNC level civil or electrical engineering qualification and a good understanding of; Network Rail suite of contracts, NEC3 terms and conditions, RMM2, CESMM and Network Rail standards.
Ideally you will also hold an IOSH/NEBOSH General or Construction Certificate and have a working knowledge of planning software (Primavera P6 optimal) and Considerate Constructors scheme. It would also be great if you have a solid network of industry personnel and hold a membership of a relevant professional body.
What will you receive?
You can expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a company car or allowance, private healthcare, a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days' annual leave (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday), two employee Share Scheme options, together with additional valuable benefits such as:
- Free Life Assurance
- Access to a range of attractive Flexible benefit options to tailor your package to suit your lifestyle
- Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers
- Plus, many more benefits geared to your wellbeing
It's worth remembering that if you are successful, we'll undertake the relevant / standard pre-employment checks after you have been offered a job. This includes taking up your references, verifying your right to work in the UK, verifying your driving licence (if applicable) and a health assessment. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.
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Kier is an inclusive employer.
Closing Date: 30/04/2021
Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early.