Gavin Nic

Results-driven Area and Operations Manager with over 15 years of experience in highways maintenance, drainage operations, and transport compliance. Proven track record leading multidisciplinary teams, managing Area operations, optimizing P&L performance, and ensuring full regulatory compliance. Expertise in health and safety leadership, incident investigation, staff development, and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Area Manager at Lanes Group Ltd (2019-01 – Present)

Full Area operations for highways maintenance and drainage services, managing team performance, compliance, and financial targets

• Conducted monthly P&L reviews, forecasting, and month-end consolidation to drive profitability and cost control
• Performed site inspections, risk assessments, and health & safety audits, delivering toolbox talks and compliance reporting
• Investigated incidents, RTAs, and complaints, ensuring timely return-to-work processes and corrective actions
• Managed fleet compliance using Samsara systems, PO/GRN approvals, invoice authorization, and HR coordination
• Oversaw sales progress, debt recovery, and resource utilization to meet weekly and monthly targets

HGV Drainage Engineer / Operations Assistant Manager at Lanes Group Plc (2019-01)

• Supported Area Manager with daily operations, staff supervision, job planning, and client coordination
• Operated jetting and vacuum tanker units for drainage clearance, fault finding, and high-pressure water jetting
• Liaised with contractors and clients, communicating CCTV survey results and completing all associated paperwork
• Maintained full compliance with street works, transport, and health & safety regulations

Highways Maintenance Supervisor/operative at Amey Services Ltd, EEG Ltd, Drainline Ltd (2015-01 – 2019-01)

• Supervised highways maintenance teams delivering road reinstatement, drainage works, and winter gritting operations
• Managed gully tanker operations, traffic management setups, and site safety compliance
• Conducted fault diagnostics, contractor liaison, and documentation for all works