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
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