Network Operations Manager - Network Maintenance Hours: Full-time, permanent (37 hours per week) Salary: £43,000 - £53,000 per annum Apple Recruitment is delighted to partner with a well established and highly regarded client within a regulated industry. Our client is known for its commitment to operational excellence, and supportive, inclusive working environment where employees are encouraged to develop and contribute to continuous improvement. The Role The Network Operations Manager - Network Maintenance will lead the safe, efficient, and compliant maintenance of a regional gas distribution network, ensuring assets perform reliably and meet regulatory, safety, and quality standards. This is a senior operational role with responsibility for contractor performance, delivery of Opex and Capex programmes, risk management, continuous improvement, and contributing to asset planning and innovation - including preparation for the transition to green gases. The post holder will report to the Operations Manager and work closely with engineering, regulatory, and operational stakeholders. Key Accountabilities Lead and manage network maintenance and repair activities, ensuring asset condition meets safety, efficiency, and reliability objectives Oversee delivery of Opex and Capex programmes, ensuring work is completed on time, within budget, and to required technical and quality standards Manage principal contractors and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory ..... full job details .....