Operations Manager
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £400.0 to £600.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £400-£600 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B4 6AJ |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4757339_1767871662 |
Summary
Interim Operations Manager
Contract: Interim
Location: Hybrid - office attendance required twice-weekly (Wednesdays and Fridays)
Rate: £400-£600 per day
Start: ASAP
About the role
This senior role leads day‑to‑day delivery across parking services - from civil parking enforcement and penalty processing to property/asset maintenance and service performance - under the Traffic Management Act 2004. You'll manage teams, budgets, suppliers and KPIs; handle escalated complaints and high‑profile issues; and work closely with Members, partners and senior officers.
Key responsibilities
- Ensure compliant, efficient delivery across enforcement, processing, assets and projects.
- Lead operational reviews and process redesign; drive continuous improvement; contribute data‑led insight to shape a modern parking service.
- Manage contracts and procurement; monitor performance and budgets; resolve escalated complaints and service issues.
- Build relationships with partners and represent the service at regional forums; brief senior stakeholders and Members.
Essential experience
- Senior management experience within an operational environment.
- Strong people management experience, including performance management.
- Contract management and budget control.
- Ability to confidently engage with key senior stakeholders, including elected Members.
- Strong commercial acumen, someone who is motivated by results.
What you need to do now
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