Operations Manager - Workshop 32,072-39,351 Fleet and Waste Management Services, Montague Street, B9 4BA Working 36.5 hours per week. Are you an experienced Workshop Manager who is ready for a new challenge or promotion? f yes, then this is the role for you. Birmingham City Council s Fleet and Waste Management Division require an experienced Operations Manager to oversee their four workshops. You will manage all activities relating to Workshops and Stores and ensure the repair and maintenance of vehicles is achieved within set targets and budgets and all work is carried out in compliance with DOT and H&S guidelines. As an experienced, fully qualified mechanic and LGV licence holder, you will have relevant repair and maintenance experience in a diverse fleet ranging from cars, minibuses up to and including 32 ton compaction vehicles. Having achieved the Transport Certificate in Professional Competence in Road Haulage and with good knowledge of vehicle management policies and legislation, you will act as the technical representative on workshop repairs for the City s fleet. You will have proven experience of managing a team, to include full performance and development, with the aim of maximising fleet availability, productivity and generating income. f you can demonstrate a successful track record of managing a number of workshops, in a diverse fleet, particularly within a waste services environment, have good T skills, commercial and entrepreneurial approach, then we would like to hear from you. nformation Event Come along to our nformation Event to find out more about these exciting opportunities. You will be able to view our principal workshop, talk to a manager in the team and receive advice and guidance from HR staff on completing your application form as well as interview tips. The nformation Event will be held on Wednesday 18th June between 6.30 p.m. and 8.00 p.m. at Montague Street, Bordesley, B9 4BA. Montague Street Depot Booking is essential. To reserve your place please telephone Darren Canning on 0121 303 8713 or email darren.canning@birmingham.gov.uk or Glen Knott on 0121 303 2433 glen.knott@birmingham.gov.uk Ref: LS4942014J Closing Date: 12 noon Monday 23 June 2013 Previous applicants need not reapply as their applications are still being considered Right to work in the UK documentation will be fully checked for all applicants. All non UK and non EU applicants are required to apply for a Certificate of Sponsorship from Birmingham City Council and must be approved by the UK Border Agency (UKBA) before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Local Services Job Description Post: Operations Manager Workshop Salary/Grade: GR5 Division: Fleet and Waste Section: Garage, Driving School Management Services and Stores 1. Job Purpose 1.1 To provide a high quality comprehensive repair and maintenance service for the FWM vehicle fleet and the wider BCC vehicle fleet where contracted to do so. 1.2 To ensure an effective programme of vehicle testing, inspection and examination to ensure compliance with statutory legislation O Licence, health and safety legislation and best practice and Birmingham City Council policies and procedures. 2. Duties & Responsibilities 2.1 To be accountable for the performance of the team and to manage and control allocated resources to ensure effective and efficient quality services are provided within the agreed budget and that targets are met and work programmes are delivered to achieve operational objectives. 2.2 To manage the forward planning, programming and direction of functions within the area and to facilitate and implement changes to improve and develop services. 2.3 To effectively utilise all resources available and to manage, motivate and develop employees to maintain a high level of satisfaction and achievement in delivering quality services. To manage a comprehensive training programme for all garage staff. 2.4 To manage the annual review of Safe Working Procedures and Risk Assessments and all H&S checks for all garage locations. 2.5 To be accountable for the effective management of the team budget ensuring compliance with Statutory Provisions, Financial Regulations and Standing Orders of the City Council. 2.6 To assist with the O Licence holder in their duties to ensure compliance with the required O Licence provisions ensuring fleet operations are delivered and all operatives are aware of and work in accordance with all relevant H&S legislation and industry standard best practice. 2.7 To promote and ensure compliance with all of the City Council s Policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety at Work, Performance and Development Reviews (PDRs), Managing Performance, Disciplinary Procedures, Managing Attendance and BEST and Business Transformation. 2.8 To develop fleet maintenance income generation initiatives and activities within BCC and other public and private sector organisations and to liaise with the Service
Manager regarding opportunities that arise to maximise efficiency of the section recommending and facilitating change. 2.9 Provide performance and financial reports as requested by the service manager to assist in the management of the fleet. 2.10 Continue to the City Council s Sustainability Strategy by being aware of resources required to undertake this work and making sure that resources are not wasted and disposed of in a sustainable way. 2.11 To ensure appropriate provision of training, tools, equipment and PPE for all staff and to liaise with stores about procurement and stocks of consumables and other parts supporting repairs and maintenance functions. 2.12 To carry out other duties commensurate with the grade. Physical Conditions 2.13 Hours: 36.5 per week Out of normal hours working, including Bank Holidays, may be required as determined by the business need. To include special events and Council emergencies. 2.14 Driving t is essential for the post holder to have a current UK LGV driving Licence licence. Birmingham City Council will assess driving skills periodically and the post holder will be expected to pass assessments to the required standard. Contacts 2.15 Senior Management Team, FWM workforce, Elected Members, Health & Safety Executive, Police and Government Agencies (DEFRA Highways Agency) Occupational Health and Legal Services. 3. Supervision Received 3.1 Supervising Officer Job Title Service Manager (Garage, Driving School and Stores). 3.2 Level of Supervision Plan own work to ensure the meeting of defined objectives. 4. Supervision Given (excludes those who are indirectly supervised i.e. through others). Post Title Workshop Supervisor Technical Receptionist Grade GR4 GR4 No. of Posts 5 1 Level of Supervision 3 3 5. Special Conditions
To deputise for the Service Manager as required. Observance of the City Council s Equal Opportunities Policy will be required.
Local Services Person Specification Job Title: Operations Manager - Grade: GR5 Workshop Division: Fleet and Waste Management Services Method of Assessment (M.O.A.) A.F. = Application Form; = nterview; T. - Test or Exercise; C. Certificate; P. Presentation. CRTERA ESSENTAL M.O.A. Experience (Relevant work and other experience) 1. Extensive experience of vehicle maintenance functions in a Waste Management environment. 2. Management experience to include employee relations, staff development and performance monitoring. 3. Experience of Negotiations. 4. A detailed knowledge of vehicle management policies and legislation impacting upon the services. /T Skills & Ability e.g. written communication skills, dealing with the public etc. 1. Good interpersonal, negotiation, customer relations, resources management and product development skills. 2. Must demonstrate commercial/entrepreneurial awareness. 3. Competent communication and presentation skills. 4. Ability to write clear and concise reports. 5. Ability to plan, manage, co-ordinate and programme services. 6. Demonstrate commitment to quality in all aspects of service delivery. 7. To have an in-depth knowledge of T databases, spreadsheets, Microsoft Office and fleet maintenance programmes. /T /T /T Training Education/Qualifications NB: Full regard must be paid to overseas qualification Other 1. Must have a current C+E LGV driving licence; Birmingham City Council will assess driving skills periodically and the post holder will be expected to pass assessments to the required standard. 2. Training in Resource Management, Sales, Marketing and cost control. 3. CPC or equivalent professional qualification. 4. Evidence of continual professional development. 1. An awareness, understanding and commitment to Equal Opportunities. 2. All staff are expected to understand and be committed to Equal Opportunities in employment and service delivery. /T