My Limerick based client is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to join their team. This is a Hybrid role with an immediate start.
Job Summary
The role focuses on managing safe, compliant, and efficient school transport operations across the Midwest Region, reporting to the Senior Manager - Regional School Transport. The position requires strong leadership and strategic planning to optimize resource utilization, manage local office administration, and foster engagement with stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily Operations & Leadership: Oversee safe, timely service delivery per SLAs, managing staff development, work allocation, and support for clerical, supervisory, and driving personnel.
- Procurement & Budgets: Administer transport procurement, contract negotiations, and timely processing of mainstream and SEN transport applications and expenditures.
- Compliance & Planning: Ensure adherence to Logistics UK vehicle inspection targets, conduct work route planning for optimal efficiency, and maintain contractor documentation/vetting compliance.
- Reporting & Stakeholder Relations: Handle management reports, parliamentary questions, and department timelines while addressing external queries from schools, contractors, and public representatives.
Key Skills & Knowledge Required
- Experience in staff management, support, and mentoring.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Solid understanding of transport procurement processes and guideline
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Transport experience
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Knowledge of Transport Procurement process and guidelines
