Field Operations Manager

We have an exciting opportunity for a Field Operations Manager to join our Thames Water team in Greenwich Storm.

As the Field Operations Manager you will be responsible for managing and developing a team of Sewer Technicians to deliver excellent customer service and operational performance across the northwest catchment within strategic pumping and trunk sewers.

You and your team will be the face of Thames Water as you'll be working directly with customers and stakeholders daily.

• Location - Greenwich Storm - SE10 8JL
• 36 hours per week Monday – Friday
• Permanent, full time position
• Due to the nature of the role a full UK driving licence is required

What you’ll be doing as a Field Operations Manager

• Be a role model and ensure the team performs in a manner representative of Thames Water's company values and professionalism
• Performance managing and Performance Development of a field operations team
• Monitor and steer performance against key metrics
• Promote a culture of engagement and motivation within the team
• Conduct regular site visits to assess the quality of work being completed by your team
• Ensure the health, safety and well-being of your team are always maintained and that safe working practices which comply with company procedures are followed
• Identify and support the implementation of new initiatives to drive operational efficiency and customer service improvements
• You will split your time between the office and the field with your team, enabling you to provide direct support, engagement, and performance management both as a team and on a one-to-one basis
• Possible participation in an Out of Hours Co-ordinator rota

What you should bring to the role

• Excellent people and team management skills
• Ability to lead, develop and performance manage field-based operatives
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for this role
• Be well organised and able to manage your time and multi-task
• You will be fully competent in the use of Microsoft Office as well as planning and reporting software
• Previous experience of liaising with internal and external stakeholders is also highly regarded
• Health and Safety qualifications such as IOSH / NEBOSH are desirable
• Demonstrating the ability to handle and manage change effectively in a field team
• A full UK driving licence

What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary up to £48,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
• Annual Leave of 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year
• GymPass, a free fitness plan and access to several wellbeing apps for you and up to three family members as well as discounted plans nationwide!
• Cycle to work scheme, always on and up to £3k, save money, get fit and help protect the environment
• WeCare, a variety of health and wellbeing services for you and your family including up to 10 specialist counselling sessions, 24/7 access to a virtual GP, get fit programmes and access to a nutritionist
• Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers,
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay!
• Ongoing performance development reviews to help you be your best and identify growth opportunities
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing

Who are we? 
Our business continues to operate as usual, delivering our essential services to around 16 million customers across London, Thames Valley and the Home Counties.  
At Thames Water, our purpose is crystal clear - to deliver life’s essential service so our customers, communities and planet can thrive.

Water is life’s great leveller. Every living thing needs it, every single day. From people to plants, birds to bees, farms to factories, we all need it to thrive, and we’re committed to taking care of it for us all.

But keeping water flowing is becoming harder. From scorching summers to wetter winters, extreme weather affects everything from our pipes to our local rivers. We need to keep millions more kettles boiling, public services operating, washing machines spinning, showers running and more, so every drop is more precious than ever. Are you ready to play your part?

 Working at Thames Water
At Thames Water, we recognise that people are at the heart of our business. To help us succeed in providing life's essential service, we need a range of skills and capabilities, representative of society throughout our business. 

We seek to attract and retain a cultural mix of people who can offer different but complementary attitudes, values, talents, and knowledge. We understand the importance of appreciating and harnessing the unique skills, experiences, backgrounds, and differences that each individual brings.

Our over-arching diversity and inclusion aim is to ensure Thames Water is a diverse and inclusive great place to work. We encourage applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process.

Find out more about working at Thames Water.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.