Operations Manager

VolkerHighways is a market leader in the delivery of highways and street lighting term maintenance contracts. We build strong collaborative relationships with our clients to drive improvements and efficiency in all our activities.

We have the capability to deliver major surfacing and public realm infrastructure projects. Our specialist in‑house traffic management division provides expert advice and support across the industry, whilst assisting with our own, in‑house contracts.

Responsible for managing and co‑ordinating teams delivering Streetlighting works across the Somerset area, including both directly employed operatives and subcontract partners. The role ensures operational and financial targets are achieved, with all activities delivered in line with contract requirements and HSEQ policies and procedures. Duties include overseeing day‑to‑day operations for both planned and reactive Streetlighting works and deputising for the Project Manager across all aspects of the contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver all operational requirements in line with the contract and client expectations.
• Maintain strong operational practices and ensure full compliance with HSEQ, environmental and quality standards.
• Produce required reports on time and ensure adherence to the Site Management Plan.
• Lead, train and support operational staff, subcontractors and agency labour.
• Oversee site operations, inductions, inspections, permits and safe working procedures.
• Plan and resource labour, plant and materials effectively while controlling costs.
• Identify variations, maintain accurate records and support programme updates.
• Check drawings and contract documents, raising discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain statutory registers, digital records and depot/site compliance standards.
• Work collaboratively with clients, head office teams and stakeholders to support contract performance and development.

About You

This role requires a strong background in highways or streetlighting operations, ideally with around 10 years’ experience in a similar environment. A relevant qualification such as an NVQ, HNC, BTEC or City & Guilds is expected, supported by solid computer literacy and a good standard of written and spoken English.

The position also calls for excellent time‑management skills, the ability to manage multiple operational demands, and a confident, proactive approach to leading teams and delivering high‑quality work.

If your past experience doesn’t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?

VolkerHighways is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerHighways are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We Offer a Range Of Benefits, Including

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities - comprehensive skills‑based training
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

If you need support with your application, please contact us at careers@volkerwessels.co.uk

Note For Recruitment Agencies

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries be directed to careers@volkerwessels.co.uk

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.

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