Field Operations Manager
Posted 3 days 15 hours ago by Thames Water Utilities Limited
Job title: Field Operations Manager
Reference: 44942
Division: Asset Operations & Capital Delivery
Location: Hybrid - Deephams (STW) - N9 0BA
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: Offering a salary up to £47,500 depending on skills and experience + a car allowance on top!
Job grade: B
Closing date: 09/04/2026
We are looking for a Field Operations Manager to be based at Deephams.
You will be directing and developing a team of technicians and/or contractors to deliver excellent customer service and operational performance in Clean Water Networks across a defined geographical area.
- This is a Monday Friday position.
- This is a hybrid role with a base location at Deephams.
- There will be a requirement to join a call out rota, for which you will receive additional payment.
- Performance managing a field operations team to deliver operational asset maintenance, customer service targets and supporting efficient completion of capital delivery projects.
- Monitor and drive performance against key metrics to make sure all work is responded to promptly.
- Direct and develop technicians by setting measurable goals, holding team meetings, one on ones, completing the PDR process and creating individual development training plans.
- 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.
- Take team responsibility for safe working practices which comply with company procedures.
- Identify and support the implementation of new initiatives to drive operational efficiency and customer service improvements.
- The ideal candidate will have experience in directing, developing and performance managing field based operatives.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are vital for this role, and you must have an exceptional standard of organisation and be health, safety and well being aware.
- You will be fully proficient in the use of Microsoft Office as well as planning and reporting software.
- Formal influence and management qualifications are desirable (but not essential).
- Knowledge and understanding of the clean water network are desirable (although not essential) as well as the ability to converse with managers and stakeholders.
- Due to the nature of the role, a FULL UK Driving licence is essential.
- Offering a salary up to £47,500 depending on skills and experience + a car allowance on top!
- 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
- Benefits on Tap, access to discounts, cashback and instant vouchers.
- Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
- Performance related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
- 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.
Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment).
We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know.
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.