Operations Manager Remote
Job description
At Places for People, we hire People, not numbers! So, if you like the sound of one of our jobs, please apply - you could be just who we're looking for! Of course, experience and track record are important, but we're more interested in hiring someone that embodies our People Promises. That's someone that does the right thing, is enthusiastic and motivated to grow, believes in Community spirit, is respectful and enjoys their work. As the UK's leading Social Enterprise, we don't discriminate based on any protected attribute. In fact, we're dedicated to creating inclusive and thriving Communities for both our Customers and Employees.
So, what are you waiting for? Join a Community that cares about you!
More about your role
As an Operations Manager for Places Management, you will be responsible for making sure all operational activities are productive, effective and value for money and in cohesion with business needs.
You will directly manage budget, performance, and productivity of all operational trade staff in your region and work closely with the schedulers and wider asset management team to optimise our presence in our communities.
For more information, please download our job profile available on our website.
More about you
Due to the nature of this role, it requires specialist and technical knowledge. You will naturally use your initiative to tackle problems to achieve the best possible solution. You will manage and lead all service areas in repairs; responsive, voids, emergency, planned works working collaboratively with landscapes, contracts and investment.
You will be well versed in nurturing a positive culture across the wider team by being always being professional and transparent leader through engagement. You will be motivated by providing coaching, development and managing your team to ensure positive customer outcomes.
Benefits
We are a large diverse and ambitious business, which will give you all the challenge you could wish for.
We know that there's always more we can do to make you smile, that's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package with each role, yours will include:
- Competitive salary, with a salary review yearly
- Company car/car allowance
- Pension with matched contributions up to 7%
- Excellent holiday package – 35 days annual leave with the option to buy or sell leave
- Cashback plan for healthcare costs – up to £500 saving per year
- A bonus scheme for all colleagues at 2%
- Training and development
- Extra perks including huge discounts and offers from shops, cinemas and much more.
What's next?
If you meet the criteria and are ready to make the next step in your career then apply following our simple 5 minute application process, upload a CV and a supporting statement which demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the role. If you have any questions please call the recruitment team on 01772 666555.
If you are a Places for People customer and you're looking for support with your application, please contact our skills and employment team on [email protected].
Please note that we may bring the closing date forward, if we receive a large number of quality applications. If you are interested in this role we would advise applying immediately to avoid disappointment.
If you are using a mobile device such as an iPad then ensure your CV is stored in the cloud, we currently support Google Drive, OneDrive and Dropbox.
