Assistant Operations Manager

The Company

Since the 1970's the Briggs Group have grown to become one of the market leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression and recognition.

Our core values support the Company's mission and decision making and provides a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Companies fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company's culture for future success.

To assist the Operations Manager in the efficient and effective management of the contract with regard to HSEQ, Operations, budget responsibilities and business development. Responsible for leading a team of people which involves both engagement and development through the Company Values, Behaviours and Performance Framework

• Devise, implement and review operational processes and procedures to meet Company and Customer standards
• Ensure an up-to-date maintenance programme is in place where appropriate
• Liaise with Central support and technical teams where appropriate
• Manage, with Duty managers, staff rostering and leave management
• Recruit, retain and develop staff within the Performance Management Framework
• Regularly engage with staff and ensure good communication of change, goals and expectations, utilising all methods available
• Understand your customers' business in order to develop innovative approaches to meet customer demand and identify opportunities

• Detailed knowledge of marine environment
• Demonstrate experience in people management, development and organisation
• Able to be composed, professional and show resilience when under pressure
• Good time management.
• Basic IT skills in Word and Excel would be an advantage.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

We offer an excellent package with pension, life assurance, Cycle to Work scheme and much more as well as opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment and upon joining.

You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK.

Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo security vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Serco who are our FSC vetting partner and their privacy statement can be found at Privacy Policy - Serco