Canal Operations Manager
Hampshire County Council, Aldershot, Hampshire
Canal Operations Manager
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Hampshire County Council, Aldershot, Hampshire
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 13 Jul | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: ddb1bc33ce9a4aa894d23f8d0268e66f
Full Job Description
The 32-mile-long Basingstoke Canal is a largely tree lined and tranquil navigable waterway providing an important recreational resource both on the towpath and on the water. Crossing through Hampshire and Surrey, it is a designated SSSI. With 29 Locks and numerous bridges, structures and embankments, the 230-year-old canal demands constant attention. The Canal is managed by a local authority partnership known as the Basingstoke Canal Authority (BCA) who carry out day to day operations for the owners; Surrey and Hampshire County Councils.What you'll do: The Canal Operations Manager is a key role in planning and ensuring safe and effective operation of the Canal and will be responsible for the operational work programmes of the BCA. The postholder will lead and develop the operational staff of the BCA and be instrumental in successful engagement with volunteers and voluntary organisations - particularly the Basingstoke Canal Society and Inland Waterways Association. The post is based at the Basingstoke Canal Visitor Centre at Mytchett, near Camberley, Surrey but the post holder is expected to work both in the office and at home in a flexible manner. Travel is expected around the Canal site and to other sites or offices in Surrey and Hampshire as required. The postholder will generally work office hours, but on occasion will be required to work evenings or weekends including covering out of hours cover and be available to support on-duty staff in the case of an emergency., We are a Disability Confident Employer - committed to ensuring that our recruitment and selection process is inclusive and accessible.
- A degree in countryside or environmental management, rural or urban estate management, civil engineering, or other related discipline
- Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle
- Extensive countryside/land management experience - some inland waterway or civil engineering knowledge is an advantage
- A proven track record of managing, motivating and developing a team
- A thorough knowledge of Health & Safety and how to apply it in practice
- Excellent communication skills with a wide range of stakeholders, especially working with partnerships or volunteers
- Experience of budget management and to be completely IT literate with standard office software
Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
Hampshire County Council is also a flexible employer interested in making the most of your skills and offers a great work life balance. We invest in you through our internal development programmes and training and offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
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