Operational Controller

Title: Operational Controller Requisition ID: 12223 Your New Role We have a fantastic opportunity for a permanent Operational Controller to join our vibrant, inclusive community that celebrates our differences and makes a real impact across the UK. This role will be carried out on site in Stafford (ST16 2LP). What will the role offer? Working at Amey puts you at the centre of an inspiring expert team. You will have opportunities to work with our Staffordshire County Council team by effectively planning and managing work for multiple gangs daily, adhering to procedures outlined by the Highways Industry Standards and embodying Amey's Core Values to ensure customer satisfaction. The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday. We offer a range of flexible working practices, including hybrid, part-time and flexible working patterns. With our network of offices across the UK, we are open to discussing working options that match your needs, with the flexibility to change how you work as your life evolves. What You Will Be Doing

• Approval of draft resource programme; manage daily gang activities ensuring compliance with timescales, SLAs, and contracts.
• Coordinate with supervisors on-site and review suspended/rejected jobs on the Works Management system.
• Perform Level 1 reviews for quality and accuracy of completed jobs; produce daily/weekly activity reports.
• Schedule emergency works and less than 24-hour jobs for the current day, update supervisors on performance.
• Review programme quality with pre-works coordinator and inform clients of planned work activities.
• Liaise with emergency services as necessary; ensure daily performance targets are met through communication with relevant parties.
• Improve service levels continuously; maximize productivity by reducing waste of time, materials, and operational costs. We Want To Hear From You If You Have
• Experience in planning and coordination roles.
• Proficient in MS Packages
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills
• Data Management – able to use data in a compelling manner
• Experience of working on a Highways Maintenance Contract What We Can Offer You Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you. Some Of Our Benefits Include
• Exceptional personal development, training and progression plans, designed to allow you to shine in your career, all in line with your personal ambition
• Competitive salary and compensation
• Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
• 24 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Flexible benefits scheme, including the option to buy additional annual leave and insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
• Our Save with Amey programme gives you access to thousands of discounts from leading retailers to help you save on shopping, days out, or nights in
• Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
• Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
• Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities About Amey Who we are Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, and maintain critical assets and systems. What We Do We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets. To find out more visit our website amey.co.uk/careers Application Guidance

We are committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process. Apply today We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Please apply as soon as possible. Inspiring Impact Together