Operations Manager

We're looking for a MEICA Operations Manager to join our Severn Trent Water Framework based in Wanlip. This role is part of Kier's partnership with Severn Trent Water under the AMP8 framework and offers a unique opportunity to lead complex wastewater infrastructure projects. Location and Hours Location: Wanlip, STW - remote working available, with occasional travel to the office required.

Hours: 45 hours per week – some flexibility on hours available if desired. Role Summary As a MEICA Operations Manager you will be responsible for delivering Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) works on the Wanlip STW upgrade programme, ensuring compliance with safety, quality and technical standards while meeting programme and commercial targets. Responsibilities Lead the MEICA workstream for the Wanlip site, ensuring efficient delivery of mechanical, electrical installations and ICA systems.

Collaborate with civil and process teams to coordinate multidisciplinary delivery, ensuring design, procurement, installation, commissioning, and handover meet specifications. Implement and monitor safety, health and environmental policies in accordance with the Kier Integrated Management System. Support the selection of Mechanical and Electrical supply chain partners, applying sound technical and commercial judgement.

Manage people in line with Kier's values, supporting development opportunities and providing constructive feedback. Qualifications BEng/ONC/HNC qualification in Electrical or Mechanical engineering. Proven industry experience, ideally including water/wastewater, with good working knowledge of sewage and water treatment processes.

Experience acting as a Tier 1 DSEAR Lead with DSEAR knowledge and COMPEX qualifications. Technical competence in both Mechanical and/or Electrical disciplines, with proven people and project management skills. Strong judgement and problem‑solving skills.

Disability Confident. Diversity and Inclusion We are a Disability Confident employer and will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr