General Manager

We are seeking an experienced General Manager for an outstanding business in the Drainage and Environmental Services sector, with a desire to grow and shape a business through a phase of significant investment, from it's new owners.Leading from the front for an established business, the General Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, commercial development and financial performance of the Manchester operation.The role has full responsibility for delivering a safe, efficient, profitable and customer-focused operation, ensuring that resources are effectively deployed, contracts are successfully delivered and the business achieves its agreed financial and operational objectives.The General Manager will be expected to combine strong operational leadership with commercial acumen, taking ownership of the Manchester operation’s profitability, customer relationships, workforce performance and future growth.As a senior member of the management team, the General Manager will contribute to the wider development of the business, working collaboratively with the Industrial Cleaning, Drainage, Transport, Finance, HR and Health & Safety functions.The successful applicant will become a key part of the successful growth of not only Manchester but the business as a whole and stands to benefit as such with a strong remuneration and benefits package.Key Skills and ExperienceEssentialSignificant operational management experience within industrial cleaning, drainage, environmental services, waste management or a related sector.Experience managing a depot, operational business unit or geographically defined operation.Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets, costs and profitability.Proven ability to manage field-based teams, supervisors and specialist equipment.Understanding of health, safety and environmental compliance in operational businesses.Experience managing customer relationships and identifying commercial opportunities.Strong planning, organisational and problem-solving skills.Ability to analyse financial and operational performance and take corrective action.Confident communication and leadership skills.Competence in Microsoft Office and relevant operational systems.Full UK driving licence.