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Operations Support Manager
Job Posted: 6 hours ago
Salary: £ 30.22 - 30.22 / Hour
Job Type: Contract Temporary
Location: Braintree, Essex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Interim Operations Manager – Local Authority
We’re supporting a council seeking an experienced interim professional to help drive performance, service development and commercial growth across Operations.
* £30.22 Umbrella
* Full-Time, Temporary
* 37 Hours per Week
* 6 Months Contract
Closing Date: Monday 8th December 2025
Interviews: Week Commencing 15th December 2025
Start Date: Week Commencing 22nd December 2025
The Role
* Support the Strategy & Business Development Manager in delivering high-quality, customer-focused operational services.
* Lead and develop Supervisors and Officers through regular team meetings, 1:1s and performance-focused management.
* Manage statutory returns including Environment Agency, Defra (Waste Data Flow) and Recycling Credits.
* Oversee the maintenance and safety of service assets, facilities and infrastructure, including annual H&S inspections and ad-hoc site checks.
* Build and maintain partnerships, representing the service at external meetings, trade events and conferences.
* Contribute to the development and performance of the commercial portfolio, driving continuous improvement and value for money.
* Ensure all activity complies with council procurement, governance, financial and health & safety procedures.
About You
* Substantial experience managing teams and driving effective performance.
* HNC/HND (or equivalent experience) in a relevant discipline.
* Proven experience in a business management environment.
* Knowledge of local government and the operational challenges it faces.
* Strong communication and presentation skills, confident engaging at all levels.
* Able to respond effectively to complex issues.
* Excellent relationship-building and people-management skills across diverse functions.
* Experience in waste services or cemeteries (desirable).
If you’re an adaptable, collaborative leader with a track record of driving operational excellence, we’d love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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