Area Service Manager - Highways - Local Authority

• Hourly Rate: £22.51 PAYE or £28.06 Umbrella
• Location: Leeds
• Job Type: Contract

We are seeking a knowledgeable Area Service Manager within Highways with a strong background in asset management, highway engineering, and maintenance practices. This role is ideal for someone with a deep commitment to health and safety and a detailed understanding of highway works and operations.

• Manage a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders and suppliers to deliver cost-effective, high-quality workmanship.
• Lead the service or operational area, including highway winter services, to success.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, CDM legislation, and street works legislation.
• Utilise your problem-solving skills and technical knowledge to maintain high standards in all projects.
• Navigate the local government political systems effectively, achieving results in a politically sensitive environment.

• HND/HNC in Civil Engineering.
• Strong experience in highway maintenance and construction techniques.
• Preferred status as an Incorporated Engineer.
• Experience supervising an operational workforce.
• Strong stakeholder relationship management and excellent communication skills.
• Good working knowledge of CDM legislation and street works legislation is advantageous.

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to work on significant projects in a challenging and rewarding environment.
• Exposure to a politically sensitive and impactful working context.