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Contracts & Site Operations Manager, girvan
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Location:
girvan, United Kingdom
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Other
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Yes
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Posted:
14.08.2025
Expiry Date:
28.09.2025
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Job Description:
D Horne Services specialises in working on renewables projects and operational renewables sites, land and civils maintenance throughout the Southwest of Scotland and further afield.
We offer ground utility and landscape management services to commercial clients, including facility management companies, local authority, distilleries and the Forestry sector.
We take pride in delivering high-quality projects, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong client relationships.
About The Role
We are seeking an ambitious and driven Contracts & Site Operations Manager to join our growing team.
This role is perfect for someone currently working in a similar role, or perhaps you are working in a junior operations, site, or project management role and are looking to take the next step in your career.
You will oversee the day-to-day operations of our site, ensure the smooth delivery of projects, and play a key role in managing resources, safety, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Overseeing and coordinating active site projects, ensuring completion on time and within budget
* Managing the on-site workshop (equipment servicing, maintenance, repairs, and defect management)
* Supervising site teams and workforce planning & scheduling
* Ensuring Health & Safety compliance across all operational activities
* Preparing and managing RAMS and other essential documentation, and ensuring teams have access to what they need
* Supporting procurement, materials management, and job logistics
* Liaising with clients, suppliers, and contractors to ensure smooth project execution
* Spotting opportunities to improve systems, reduce waste, and grow operational capability
* Working closely with the Company Director and Office Manager to ensure alignment across field and admin teams
Who We're Looking For:
We welcome interest from candidates who:
* Are currently working in an Operations, Contracts, Sites or Project Manager role
* Have experience in a supervisory position and are ready to step up
* Are confident in making decisions, managing & leading a team of people and are proactive and think ahead.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Background in construction, civil engineering, groundworks, utilities, or similar
* Site/project/operational management experience
* Strong organisational and planning skills able to juggle multiple moving parts
* Excellent working knowledge of H&S and compliance
* Good with people confident in communication, delegation, and accountability
* Proficient with Microsoft Office and job tracking systems
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable (But Not Essential):
* Experience with budget management and cost control.
* Familiarity with tendering and contract management.
* Relevant industry certifications.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £40,000£45,000 depending on experience
* Company vehicle
* Statutory pension
* The chance to take ownership of operations in a hands-on, respected local business
* Opportunities to grow with the business, with support to develop your leadership skills
* Flexible working although this is a fully site-based role due to the operational nature of the work and the need to lead site teams directly, we are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where suitable.
Once candidates have been shortlisted, well arrange a short initial conversation with you by telephone/MS Teams.
If you are successful at this stage, we will then invite candidates to a face-to-face interview.
We expect face-to-face interviews for this position to begin from the weekcommencing 18thAugust 2025.
If youre ready to take the next step in your career or would like to discuss this role, please apply today.
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