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