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Highways Maintenance Manager
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Our client, a leading name in infrastructure and highway services, is seeking an experienced and driven Highways Maintenance Manager to join their senior leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of vital highways maintenance services across North Somerset.
The Role of the Highways Maintenance Manager
As Highways Maintenance Manager, you’ll be responsible for the operational delivery of our client’s cyclical and reactive maintenance contract. Leading multiple service teams, you’ll ensure smooth delivery across winter maintenance, drainage cleansing, emergency response, signage, line marking and more.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director, you’ll champion a culture of safety, quality and innovation driving service excellence and building strong client relationships at a senior level.
Key Responsibilities of the Highways Maintenance Manager
* Lead the efficient delivery of highways maintenance operations, ensuring all service targets and KPIs are met.
* Oversee winter maintenance planning, emergency response and 24/7 operational coverage.
* Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality, compliance, and value for money.
* Foster a proactive health & safety culture through strong leadership and risk management.
* Manage budgets and resources effectively to drive operational and financial performance.
* Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, stakeholders, and supply chain partners.
* Lead, support and develop operational teams to achieve their full potential.
About You
They’re looking for a dynamic, commercially aware leader with a passion for operational excellence and service improvement.
Essential:
* Proven experience in highways maintenance operations, including reactive works and winter maintenance.
* Strong people leadership skills, with experience managing teams and subcontractors.
* Solid understanding of highways legislation, including the Highways Act 1980 and CDM regulations.
* Financial acumen with experience managing operational budgets.
* Full UK driving license.
Desirable:
* IOSH / NEBOSH / CSCS or SMSTS qualifications.
* Experience in local authority contract management.
* Relevant sector scheme or winter service qualifications.
Why Join Our Client?
* Opportunity to lead a high-impact service that keeps communities connected and safe.
* A supportive and forward-thinking leadership environment.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Real scope to innovate and make your mark in the highways sector.
Ready to take the next step in your highways career?
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