Electric Operations Manager – South

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Supervise the secure, compliant, and efficient operation of Leep Utilities’ assets.

• Coordinate on-site contractors and ensure that all operational activities adhere to required standards.

• Establish, monitor, and evaluate contracts to ensure that service levels and key performance indicators are consistently met.

• Report performance metrics and issues to the Director level, ensuring operational practices align with business needs.

• Execute tasks in accordance with the department’s Terms of Authority and RACI matrix.

• Utilize current templates, guarantee precise documentation, and correctly maintain records.

• Comprehend and enforce regulatory and contractual obligations across the entire portfolio.

• Assist the UK Electric Operations Manager with site operations and maintenance tasks.

• Oversee the daily operations of High and Low Voltage networks.

• Manage financial processes, including purchase orders, invoicing, and budget oversight.

• Review and tender operational contracts as necessary.

• Ensure the effectiveness of contractor management processes and adherence to them.

• Maintain asset and operational compliance with all applicable legislation.

• Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure new assets are handed over with complete and adoptable records.

• Ensure sufficient site inspections and performance evaluations of contractors.

• Uphold high standards of health and safety, quality, and environmental compliance for subcontracted services.

• Participate in the electrical or Control Engineer on-call rota.

⛳️ Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of the utilities sector and its regulatory framework.

• Experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical networks.

• Proven capability to manage utility contractors with an emphasis on quality, safety, and compliance.

• In-depth understanding of HV/LV network operations, maintenance, and asset management.

• Strong knowledge of health and safety systems and audit processes.

• Familiarity with regulatory standards and compliance requirements within the electricity sector.

• Proficient in operational IT systems, reporting tools, and documentation practices.

• Adaptable, proactive, and dedicated to ongoing learning.

• Effective communicator with robust relationship-building abilities.

• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems and associated audits.

• Demonstrated leadership skills with teams, contractors, and operational staff.

• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• 25 days of paid holiday plus bank holidays.

• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday.

• Annual discretionary bonus.

• Car allowance.

• Company pension scheme.

• Health Cash plan through Westfield Health.

• Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme.

• Engagement committee hosting events throughout the year, including a Christmas Party, Summer Party, and team socials.

• Paid professional memberships relevant to your role along with access to professional development opportunities.