General Manager

General Manager - Pump Solutions

Location: Ellesmere Port, Cheshire
Salary: Competitive + Company Vehicle + Benefits

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced General Manager within our Pump Solutions Business Unit to lead and grow a specialist pumping and water management division operating across infrastructure, utilities, construction and environmental projects.

This is a senior leadership role for someone with a strong background in pump hire, dewatering, wastewater management or temporary water treatment systems who can combine technical expertise with commercial acumen and operational management.

You'll take ownership of day-to-day operations, support business growth, provide technical leadership on complex pumping projects and help develop innovative solutions for clients across a diverse project portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the operational management of a specialist pump solutions business.

* Oversee depot operations, ensuring efficient delivery of equipment and services.

* Provide technical expertise on pumping systems, dewatering, wastewater transfer, bypass pumping and temporary drainage solutions.

* Support pre-construction, tender and early contractor involvement (ECI) activities.

* Develop cost estimates, equipment schedules and technical proposals.

* Manage and support site teams, installation activities and project delivery.

* Provide troubleshooting and technical support for live pumping operations.

* Drive business development activities and build relationships with new and existing clients.

* Work closely with supply chain partners to ensure equipment availability and best-value solutions.

* Stay current with developments in pumping technology and water management equipment.

* Maintain high standards of health, safety, environmental and quality compliance.

About You

We're looking for an individual who can demonstrate:

* Proven experience within pump hire, dewatering, temporary water management or water treatment.

* Strong technical knowledge of submersible, surface and wastewater pumping systems.

* Experience pricing, estimating and delivering pumping projects.

* Track record of managing operational teams and multiple projects simultaneously.

* Strong commercial awareness and client-facing skills.

* Experience within utilities, construction, infrastructure, environmental or industrial sectors.

* Excellent problem-solving and technical troubleshooting abilities.

* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Desirable Experience

* Experience working on AMP programmes and major utility frameworks.

* Temporary works awareness.

* Technical qualifications such as NVQ, HNC, HND or equivalent.

* Previous responsibility for business growth, sales or profit and loss performance.

What's on Offer

* Opportunity to lead and shape a growing specialist business.

* Diverse and technically challenging projects.

* Strong career progression prospects.

* Competitive salary and benefits package.

* Company vehicle or car allowance.

* Ongoing professional development and technical training.

If you have a background in pump hire, dewatering, wastewater systems or temporary water management and are looking for a senior leadership opportunity, we'd like to hear from you