ELECTRICAL SERVICE MANAGER

Our client, based in Buckinghamshire, is currently recruiting for an Electrical Service Manager on a permanent basis. The position is due to start soon on a full time basis. The annual salary is £35,265 and will rise too £37,121 after six months of service.

The ideal candidate must have a relevant technical qualification – trade NVQ level 3 or equivalent and hold a full UK Driving License.

Duties will include (but not limited to):

• Manage a team of Electricians to deliver programmed works in customers ‘homes
• Deliver a responsive customer orientated service providing value for money
• Manage works and ensure the necessary financial controls are exercised and that adequate resources are in place
• Deputise and support the Head of Service and mentor and support other Service Managers within the Empty Homes department
• Manage operative productivity and work quality and monitor progress by undertaking quality audits of work and materials (in progress and post)
• Manage approved subcontractors’ performance and compliance with contractual agreements
• Monitor that operatives are maintaining appropriate levels of vehicle stock
• Engage effectively with customers to deliver and improve the service
• Ensure all KPI’s and measures are met
• Ensure that they deliver value for money and operate in a productive and cost efficient manner

Experience required:

• Experience of stock condition software/handheld devices
• Experience of working as part of a management team delivering front line services
• Experience of change management
• Extensive knowledge of building maintenance technical operations

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Up to date knowledge of building maintenance, decent homes standards and safety legislation
• Experience of leading, managing, developing and motivating operational teams
• Up to date knowledge of housing sector best practice and relevant legislation
• Experience of successfully delivering an excellent customer focused repair service
• Experience of repairs management information systems
• Excellent oral and written communications

Rewards and benefits:

• Amazing career development opportunities
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Access to Employee assistance programme
• Access to Benefits Portal offering everyday Lifestyle Benefits
• Professional qualification support & financial support for professional subscriptions
• Thank you awards – by nomination
• Aspire programme – £100 allowance per employee each financial year
• Training & E-learning courses

Working hours:

• 39 hours per week
• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

For further information on the position, please contact Ailis Reilly or Stuart Montgomery on 01923-631 012 or please email enquiries to areilly@jarsolutions.co.uk

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

KEYWORDS: Trades Supervisor; Manager; Team Leader; Electrician. Electrical Supervisor; Social Housing

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