Electrical Operations Manager

£55,000 - £60,000

Great Dunmow

A highly sought-after opportunity to work a leading provider of electrical compliance and support services in the built environment. They work for major national and global businesses, delivering an exceptional and single-source solution to their buildings Electrical Compliance.

Due to an increased workload, they have identified the need for a new Electrical Operations Manager to join them on a full-time permanent basis.

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, organising, directing, co-ordinating and controlling Field Service activity within the UK.

You will also be expected to develop and lead an effective, well-motivated and flexible team that understands the Company's aims and strives to achieve them.

The Duties

• Some pricing, specifications, costing
• Ensure health and safety is considered first, and best practice is followed, in every situation.
• Meet customer targets and expectations by the most cost-effective use of resources.
• Meet financial targets for revenue P&L, margin, recoveries, Invoicing, costs, and stock control.
• To provide accurate monthly forecasts and contribute to annual budget setting.
• Review workload up to 3 months ahead in order to plan resources and recruit if required.
• Be involved in all recruitment stages for engineers and office staff.
• Ensure that all test equipment is maintained and calibrated.
• Ensure that the company fleet is maintained and that regular van checks are completed.
• Conduct random spot checks on engineers via trackers and other software available to yourself.
• Manage, develop and motivate staff to achieve their potential.
• Conduct regular meetings with team members using direct reports.
• Ensure the provision of management information is available in the agreed timescales.
• Support in all key client contracts - ensuring that all works are planned and scheduled, maximum profitability is being achieved, month P&L and profit reports to be delivered for each individual contract.
• Management of people both in the office and in a field-based service capacity.
• Support in producing Electrical Remedial/Install quotations.
• Liaise with clients and attend site meetings in order to provide technical advice.
• Reporting and presenting internally and externally using formal and informal methods.
• Use of planning / programming tools to manage own workload and that of your department.
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory and safety requirements.

The Requirements

• Proven track record of managing electrical projects and leading teams.
• Proven Experience in managing budgets and financial performance.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Excellent operations management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budget management.
• In depth understanding of 2391 Inspection and Testing requirements
• In depth NICEIC requirements and understanding