Sites Manager – Bus Operations
Location: Northfleet, Southend & Colchester (multi-site role)
We’re looking for an experienced Sites Manager to lead bus operations across Northfleet, Southend, and Colchester. This is a senior operational leadership role with responsibility for safety, service delivery, people, and financial performance across multiple depots.
You’ll provide strong, visible leadership, ensuring safe, reliable, and customer-focused bus services while driving continuous improvement and operational performance.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead day-to-day operations across multiple depots
Take full accountability for Health & Safety and operational compliance
Lead and develop large operational teams and work constructively with Trade Unions
Manage service delivery, performance, and customer experience
Own site-level financial performance, budgets, and cost control
Build strong relationships with local authorities and key stakeholders
Lead change and continuous improvement initiatives
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience managing a complex operational or multi-site environment
Strong leadership background with experience managing large teams
Experience with P&L responsibility and budget control
Confident working with Trade Unions and managing serious incidents
Customer-focused mindset with experience handling complaints and disputes
Strong communicator, resilient, and effective under pressure
Why Join Us?
Senior leadership role with real operational influence
Full time, permanent contract
Opportunity to make a visible impact on local transport services
Supportive, inclusive organization with career development opportunities
Apply Now
If you’re ready to lead multi-site bus operations and make a meaningful impact on safety, service delivery, and performance, we’d love to hear from you.
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