Clements Young are currently looking to recruit an operations manager, our client specialists in groundworks, dedicated to providing high-quality installation services for underground tanks, drainage pipes, and pumps. This role is crucial in overseeing daily operations, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to the highest standards. The Operations Manager will play a key role in driving mission of delivering exceptional service and quality to our client.
Job Details
Location: Penrith, Cumbria
Duration: Full time
Salary: £53,600 - £56,500 a year
Required: SMSTS
Start: August
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee 2–3 installation teams across multiple project sites
* Lead initial consultations with property owners, explaining environmental initiatives clearly
* Conduct site surveys and assess existing drainage systems
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory and quality standards
* Supervise system commissioning and manage client handovers
* Liaise with admin teams to ensure accurate documentation and reporting
* Manage project timelines, team schedules, and resource planning
* Perform quality checks and address technical issues promptly
* Foster strong relationships with clients, local authorities, and other stakeholders
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* A minimum of 5 years’ experience in managing construction projects from planning through to completion
* GCSEs in Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent qualifications)
* Proven ability to oversee and coordinate multiple field or installation teams (typically 2–3 teams or more)
* Strong client-facing experience with a focus on delivering excellent customer service
* Skilled in preparing, reviewing, and interpreting technical documentation and assessments
* Must hold a valid UK driving licence (required for operating company vehicles)
* Solid understanding of environmental compliance, particularly in relation to wastewater treatment, discharge regulations (e.g. General Binding Rules), and Building Regulations Part H
* Hands-on experience with implementing and adhering to Health & Safety protocols in field-based environments
Personal Qualities
* Confident, professional, and approachable when engaging with property owners and stakeholders
* Highly self-motivated, capable of working independently while maintaining productivity and accountability in the field
* Strong ethical values with a genuine commitment to sustainability and environmentally responsible practices
* Dedicated to ongoing learning and professional growth in a dynamic and evolving industry
* Willing to work flexibly, including occasional evenings or weekends to accommodate client needs
On Offer
* A competitive salary package, reflective of experience and expertise
* Company vehicle provided (Ford Ranger Pickup) for both business and personal commuting use
* Ongoing training and clear pathways for professional development
* Access to a company pension scheme and healthcare benefits
* A meaningful role contributing directly to the improvement of the UK’s environmental future
For further information about this role, please contact us during office hours.
Clements Young have extensive experience delivering temporary, contract, and permanent staffing solutions. We understand the importance of connecting people to meaningful and suitable employment opportunities. Our friendly and professional approach has a proven track record of matching the needs between employee and employer.
Clements Young values diversity and equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We accept applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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