Chevron - Assistant Operations Manager

Role: Assistant Operations Manager

Location: Watford - Brentwood. Southeast 

Hours: General hours of work are Monday to Friday, between the hours of 8am to 6pm with flexibility.

As an Operations Manager, you can expect the benefits from Chevron Traffic Management that come with being an employer of choice:

Benefits:

• Stability and security from Chevron’s long-term contracts, providing guaranteed hours and job security
• Largest Traffic Management company in the UK with 45+ locations and growing
• Part of the Ramudden Global network of infrastructure safety companies
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + Day off for your birthday
• Company pension scheme*
• Employee rewards scheme 
• Life assurance with 24/7 GP appointments, free physio and counselling for you and your family*
• Access to our Internal Academy and Career Development
• Fill Your Boots Rewards – saving an average of £400 per year
• Access to Cycle & Electric Car Scheme*
• Paternity Leave - paid at full salary for 2 weeks *
• Maternity Leave – paid at full salary for 3 months and ½ salary for a further 3 months *
• Paid volunteer days

Who is Chevron Traffic Management?

Chevron, part of Ramudden Global UK, ensures road workers and users stay safe during roadworks by setting up temporary road closures, diversion routes, and pedestrian walkways. We handle everything from cones and signage to traffic lights and barriers. Our work is visible nationwide.

Traffic management is challenging yet rewarding. Our efforts keep people safe, and our team makes the job enjoyable.

About the role of  Assistant Operations Manager

Reporting to the Regional Director, the Assistant Operations Manager plays a key role in supporting the successful delivery, performance, and growth of regional operations. Acting as the deputy to the Operations Manager, you will assume leadership responsibilities in their absence, ensuring continuity across all operational, commercial, and people management activities.

This is a high-profile position within our business, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and business growth. You will support the development of both existing and new customer relationships, helping to drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and secure long-term business opportunities.

Working closely with the Operations Manager and regional teams, you will help lead and motivate a high-performing workforce, ensuring the delivery of a safe, efficient, and first-class service to our customers. You will be responsible for supporting employee development by ensuring teams have the appropriate training, skills, and resources needed to meet operational demands. This includes the effective communication of toolbox talks, safety alerts, procedural updates, and contract requirements.

Collaboration is at the heart of this role. You will work closely with colleagues across the wider business to share best practice, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and implement solutions that enhance operational performance, customer outcomes, and profitability.

You will support the implementation of robust management procedures, controls, and performance measures to drive productivity and ensure operational and financial targets are achieved. This includes regular engagement with commercial and finance teams, reviewing cost and performance reports, and contributing to informed business decisions.

Health, Safety, Quality, Environmental, and ESG responsibilities are fundamental to the role. You will champion a positive safety culture across the depot, ensuring all activities are carried out in full compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safe systems of work. You will support the delivery of ESG initiatives and promote continuous improvement across all aspects of operational performance.

About you:

An accomplished Traffic Management professional with extensive industry experience and a strong background in operational leadership. Proven ability to lead high-performing teams, optimise resource utilisation, and deliver safe, efficient, and commercially successful operations. Recognised for building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and colleagues, creating a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Skilled in identifying opportunities to enhance operational efficiency, improve service delivery, and increase profitability while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance. Demonstrates strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking, contributing to depot growth, business development, and long-term operational success. Thrives in dynamic environments and consistently delivers results through effective leadership, collaboration, and a customer-focused approach.

What good looks like for an Assistant Operations Manager:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Experience in the Traffic Management, Construction, Utilities or similar industry
• Experience leading a team within an operational environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills 
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills, and the ability to build strong working relationships and network with sector stakeholders 
• Numeracy skills to manage budgets and bid costings 
• Pragmatic and ability to create solutions that meet business needs 
• Collaborative in approach  
• Proficient in the use of a PC, Microsoft Office software and ability to work with other business management systems and use remote technology 
• Local knowledge of the region’s construction and maintenance market, particularly National Highways, local authority highway maintenance and utilities highways works

We would also appreciate it if you have:

• TTME
• Lantra Sector Scheme qualifications (beneficial)
• IOSH Managing Safely/SSSTS/SMSTS or equivalent
• Other formal commercial or business management qualifications

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We welcome applications from women, veterans, and people from all backgrounds. We guarantee an interview to applicants who meet the core criteria.

Join Chevron, part of Ramudden Global UK, and be part of a team committed to safety, excellence, and making a real impact.

All offers are subject to successful drug and alcohol screening and any required medical assessments.

Chevron, part of Ramudden Global UK, is an equal opportunity employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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Chevron/Ramudden values: operational excellence, safety culture, continuous improvement, commercial awareness, resource optimisation, customer focus, leadership, depot growth, collaboration, accountability, and performance.