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We're looking for a General Manager to join our Transportation team based in Glastonbury. This role is for our esteemed highways maintenance contract, supporting Somerset Council's road network. You will lead a team delivering excellent services for our client, with support from the senior leadership team. We offer a competitive package including pension, virtual GP, holiday entitlement, bonus, and share opportunities.
Join us at Kier Transportation, where we work together to support the movement of people, goods, and equipment.
Location: Glastonbury, Somerset
Hours: 40 hours/week
Responsibilities:
* Support contract delivery focusing on asset management, maintenance, repairs, and cyclical management including winter services.
* Ensure compliance with safety, health, environmental, and quality policies.
* Promote team wellbeing and an inclusive workplace.
* Work with Somerset Council on resource management, financial targets, and third-party growth.
* Lead or support business improvement projects, analyze performance, and implement solutions.
* Chair governance meetings and manage stakeholder relations.
* Participate in local authority management and client forums.
Candidate requirements:
* Experience managing high-performing reactive and planned operational teams.
* Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
* Experience working with local authority clients and political engagement.
* Background in asset management, professional services, and contractual awareness, especially NEC contracts, with a focus on health & safety.
Rewards and benefits: We offer a variety of benefits tailored to your needs. More information is available here.
Diversity and inclusion: We prioritize making Kier a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to equal opportunity and as a Disability Confident employer, we ensure fair consideration for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria.
We look forward to your application. #joinkier
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