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Operations Manager

Job Posted: 23 days ago

Salary: £ 60,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Daventry

Expire in: 5 days

Job Description

Operations Manager 
Event Traffic Management
 Location: East Midlands, Nationwide Travel required
 Salary: up to £75k
 Contract: Full-time, permanent
 Travel: Extensive travel required, including evenings and weekends
 
About the Role
 We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to lead the planning and delivery of traffic management operations for live events across the UK. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, operational expertise, and the flexibility to travel extensively to support events of varying scale and complexity.
 You will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of event traffic management services, working closely with clients, local authorities, and internal teams.
 
Key Responsibilities
  
Plan, coordinate, and oversee traffic management operations for events nationwide 
Lead and manage operational teams, including supervisors, planners, and on-site staff 
Ensure all works are delivered in line with approved traffic management plans, risk assessments, and method statements 
Liaise with clients, event organisers, local authorities, and emergency services 
Monitor operational performance, safety standards, and compliance with relevant legislation and codes of practice 
Manage resources, logistics, and staffing to ensure efficient delivery 
Respond to operational issues and make real-time decisions on-site when required 
Support post-event reviews and continuous improvement initiatives  About You
  
Proven experience in traffic management operations, ideally within the events sector 
Strong leadership and people management skills 
Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities 
In-depth knowledge of traffic management standards, safety legislation, and event environments 
Confident communicator, able to liaise with clients and stakeholders at all levels 
Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to work unsociable hours 
Willing and able to travel extensively and stay away from home as required  Qualifications & Requirements
  
Relevant traffic management qualifications - ideally Chapter 8 / M6 and M7 
Full UK driving licence 
First Aid and SMSTS/SSSTS qualifications (desirable)  What We Offer
  
Competitive salary and travel expenses 
Opportunity to work on high-profile events nationwide 
Career progression within a growing organisation 
Supportive and professional working environment  
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today or get in touch with Alice to find out more.

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