Highways Maintenance Manager Sandford, North Somerset £50,000 £60,000 per annum (DOE) Car allowance (£3,600) or company vehicle Permanent | Full-time (40 hours, MondayFriday) The Role We are recruiting an experienced Highways Maintenance Manager to lead a large-scale highways operation delivering cyclical and reactive maintenance services on behalf of a local authority. Based in Sandford and reporting at senior leadership level, you will have full accountability for the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of a highways maintenance contract covering winter maintenance, gully cleansing, drainage, carriageway repairs, and 24/7 emergency response. This is a high-impact role suited to a proven highways professional who can maintain exceptional service standards while also driving continuous improvement, commercial growth, and value-for-money delivery. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the delivery of cyclical and reactive highways maintenance services Full accountability for contract performance, safety, quality, and customer outcomes Deliver the annual Winter Maintenance Plan Manage subcontractors and supply chain partners Promote and embed a zero-harm safety culture across all operations Drive lean working practices and continuous improvement initiatives Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships Manage operational budgets, cost control, and financial reporting Lead, develop, and manage operational teams, including HR processes Ensure compliance with highways, health & safety, and environmental legislation Skills, Experience & Qualifications Essential: Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant discipline IOSH qualification Proven experience managing reactive highway maintenance operations Strong working knowledge of local authority highways contracts Experience managing subcontractors and supply chains Proven ability to deliver against contractual KPIs Financially astute with experience managing operational budgets Excellent understanding of statutory highways duties and regulations Knowledge of the Highways Act 1980, CDM Regulations, and HSE legislation Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Whats on Offer £50,000 £60,000 salary (dependent on experience) Car allowance (£3,600) or company vehicle Employer pension contribution (5%) 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance Cycle to Work Scheme Ongoing career development, training, and formal qualifications On-site parking 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Local gym and leisure discounts