Head of Operations
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Position Overview & Specifications
FM Conway is currently recruiting for a professional and motivated Head of Operations to join our fast-growing Aggregates and Asphalt Division based from our Head Office in Sevenoaks.
Why you should join our family
Our Aggregates and Asphalt division manufactures a comprehensive range of high-quality aggregates, asphalt and concrete products for use on the UK's highway network as well as for other construction and maintenance projects.
At FM Conway we are passionate about supporting our employees towards their career and professional development and we will support you towards studying for formal qualifications in relation to your role. You will receive 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, a car or travel allowance, private healthcare, company bonus and life assurance. We have a fantastic Rewarding Great People Platform which means you will be entitled to a range of shopping discounts, prize draws and a monthly lotto.
The Head of Operations Role
- Embedding and driving forward improved safety measures on all our sites whilst controlling operational costs within the Aggregates and Asphalt division in line with the company plans and budgets
- Managing the operational team, fostering positive morale and promoting exceptional performance and delivery
- Developing and managing the divisional operational action and business plans
- Identifying and leading programs and projects to ensure continuous operational improvement
- Promoting and ensuring a safe working environment for all, ensuring all Health and Safety plans, method statements and risk assessments are undertaken, reviewed and documented
- Evaluating performance against targets and identify opportunities for efficiency and improvement
- Ensuring quality performance is achieved through commercial liaison and business feedback
- Analysing the operational workforce to provide for succession planning, and to support this process by ensuring the continuous development of skills and other training
- Maintaining business continuity and emergency response capabilities within the division and respond to the emergency situations when required to do so
- Identifying, mitigating and managing business risks
Our Ideal Head of Operations
We are looking for a Head of Operations who has experience of working in the aggregates and asphalt industry. You will have demonstrable operational knowledge and experience of multi-site management. Ideally you will have a relevant degree level qualification. Travel to our asphalt plants will be required, therefore itβs important that the successful individual has a flexible approach and a full UK driving license.
So, if you would like to join the team as our Head of Operations then please click apply today, weβd love to hear from you!
Closing Date: 02/04/2023
FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life.
At our heart we are a family that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Operations roles across FM Conway's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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