Job Description

Who are we?

Smiths (Gloucester) Ltd is a family run business owned and run by the Smith family since 1982. Smiths has grown from a single owner-operated plant hire company to a multifaceted group with family values still firmly at the heart of each project undertaken. With depots in Avonmouth, Cardiff, Gloucester, Stonehouse and Tewkesbury we operate predominately across the South-West of England. We specialise in Construction, Waste Management, Plant Hire, Demolition and Transport operations.

Your role:

As a Divisional Manager overseeing demolition, asbestos removal, laser levelling and drainage operations, the role entails providing strategic leadership and operational oversight across multiple specialist teams to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. You are responsible for overseeing the planning and coordinating of complex works programmes, managing budgets and resources, and ensuring that all demolition and asbestos activities adhere strictly to HSE legislation and environmental standards. This includes maintaining high standards of risk assessment, method statements, and workforce competency. In addition, you oversee the delivery of precision laser levelling and drainage projects, ensuring technical accuracy, quality control, and client satisfaction. A key part of the role is liaising with clients, contractors, and internal departments, driving performance through KPIs, and continuously improving processes to enhance productivity, safety, and commercial outcomes across the division.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the operations, strategy, and performance of the Demolition division to include Demolition, Laser Levelling, Asbestos Removal and Drainage.

• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and profitability.

• Develop and implement operational plans, KPIs, and performance targets.

• Lead and mentor division staff, including Contract managers and Estimators.

• Analyse market trends to drive business growth and innovation.

• Prepare and manage divisional budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.

• Collaborate with other departments to optimise performance and communication.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

• Identify risks and opportunities, proactively solving problems as they arise.

What can we offer you?

• Life Assurance Scheme

• Free on-site Parking

• Corporate gym membership discount

• Annual Salary Review

• Employee discount (50% on Skip Hire, other discounts on group services)

• Progression opportunities

• 24 hour unlimited access to mental health support

What are our core values?

If these values align with yours you are in the right place!

Honesty - We believe that honesty in all matters is the best policy.

Family values - We operate as a family unit with high moral standards, discipline and respect.

Hardworking - We are certain that nothing is impossible if you work hard enough at it.

Reliability - We pride ourselves on not letting people down and being true to our word.

Environmental sustainability - We aim to minimise the impact that our company has on the environment by reducing emissions and waste, and recycling a large proportion of our waste (90% plus). We truly believe in a greener future for generations to come.

Please apply if you are interested in this role and we will come back to you.