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Drainage Manager
Huntingdon - 3 months initial contract
Our client is looking to secure the services of an interim Drainage Manger for an initial 3 months period. As a Drainage Manager you will lead on the development, delivery, and management of proactive and cyclical drainage programmes, ensuring effective investigation and resolution of drainage issues on the highway. The postholder will oversee a team of three technical officers and work collaboratively with the wider Local Maintenance Service, the Flooding Team, and other units as part of a 'one team approach.’ This role requires excellent communication, leadership, and performance management skills to ensure the timely response to members and the public in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs).
Key Skills Required
- Proven experience in highways drainage management, including proactive and reactive maintenance.
- Strong leadership and line management experience, with the ability to motivate and manage a team effectively.
- Must demonstrate strong collaborative approach and demonstrate experience of managing high performing and collaborative teams
- Excellent understanding of highways infrastructure, drainage systems, and relevant legislation.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects efficiently, ensuring timely resolution of drainage issues.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with experience working collaboratively across teams and organisations.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to a range of audiences.
- Experience in driving performance improvement through structured processes and continuous improvement initiatives.
