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Operations Manager
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Lakenham, Norfolk County, NR1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-05-11
Listing for:
Linear Recruitment Ltd
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-05-11
Job specializations:
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Management
Operations Manager, Program / Project Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a leading infrastructure delivery business operating across the UK utility sector. This role will oversee the successful management and delivery of a portfolio of projects at a Gas Terminal. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
This is a senior leadership position requiring extensive experience within Gas Transmission projects and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in a highly regulated operational environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the successful management and delivery of live and mobilising contracts across the Bacton site.
* Develop and manage strategic programmes of work to ensure contractual and operational objectives are achieved.
* Attend and lead pre-contract and contract meetings with clients and stakeholders.
* Oversee tender submissions for new works, ensuring accuracy, competitiveness, and alignment with client expectations.
* Coordinate design, quality management, resource planning, defects management, and out-of-hours operations.
* Drive high-performing project delivery teams to achieve operational KPIs and client targets.
* Ensure contractual obligations and commercial responsibilities are effectively managed.
* Act as a visible leader for SHEQ, promoting exemplary standards in health, safety, environmental and quality management.
* Conduct audits, ensure compliance with company procedures, and promote continuous improvement across all operations.
* Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, stakeholders, and internal departments.
* Lead people management responsibilities including performance reviews, coaching, mentoring, and team development
About You
The ideal candidate will be an experienced operational leader with a strong background in gas transmission infrastructure and complex project delivery environments.
Essential Skills & Experience
* Proven experience managing multiple contracts within the Gas Transmission sector.
* Strong leadership capability with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
* Demonstrable knowledge of SHEQ standards, compliance, and quality management systems.
* Experience in programme management, resource allocation, and supply chain coordination.
* Commercial awareness with the ability to manage cost, programme, and performance outcomes.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Full UK driving licence.
Qualifications
* Industry-related degree or equivalent qualification.
* Professional membership such as MCIOB, MICE, or equivalent desirable.
* Valid CSCS card.
What’s on Offer
* Opportunity to work on critical UK infrastructure projects.
* Long-term programme involvement throughout RIIO T3.
* Leadership role within a growing and forward-thinking infrastructure business.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Career progression and professional development opportunities
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