Electrical Manager

London Borough of Hackney; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council seeks an Electrical Manager to oversee lift servicing and management within the borough. Responsibilities include managing lift programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and monitoring contractor performance. The ideal candidate holds NVQ3 qualifications and possesses strong project management skills, effective communication, and budgeting proficiency. This role emphasizes collaboration and requires a commitment to serving the community.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of Lift Industry regulations and guidelines.
• Practical experience in lift maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Experience in procuring lift contracts is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the Lift Service programme.
• Monitor contractor KPI performance and ensure compliance with standards.
• Build positive relationships with contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Budgeting

Liaising with Stakeholders

Education

NVQ3 Lift & Escalator professional qualifications

Project or contract management qualification

Tools

Spreadsheets

Google accounts

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Agreement Type : Fixed Term/Secondment - Full Time

An opportunity has arisen to appoint an officer into the position of Electrical Manager who will be responsible for the delivery and management of Lift Servicing, Lift Breakdowns, Lift Renewal, and the replacement of Major Lift Components.

The key responsibilities of the Service Manager will be to manage the day-to-day delivery of a monthly Lift Service programme, lift breakdowns, and trappings; ensure contractors adhere to the specified times as per the contract; deliver lift modernisation and refurbishment programmes, applying project and contract management skills from development to final handover; monitor contractor KPI performance and ensure all lift works meet high standards aligned with the council's expectations; lead meetings with stakeholders, providing updates and effective communication; monitor budgets, forecast future spend, and control overspends related to lift repairs and modernisation; manage staff work allocation, performance, and development; produce reports such as minutes and progress reports; build positive relationships with contractors and consultants to ensure a high-quality lift service across the borough.

You need in-depth knowledge of the Lift Industry, including relevant regulations, guidelines, legislation, and practical experience in lift maintenance, repairs, and inspections.

Experience in procuring lift contracts is desirable but not essential. Knowledge of the impact of new regulations such as the Building Safety Act on lift services is important.

The candidate must hold NVQ3 Lift & Escalator professional qualifications, including EOR/202 Basic Lift Safety and EOR/205N Basic Service Lift Safety, along with a relevant project or contract management qualification.

Excellent communication skills—both verbal and written—are essential for liaising with residents, contractors, developers, and professionals, using appropriate professional language.

Proficiency in creating and using spreadsheets for programme delivery, budgeting, and monitoring is required; familiarity with Google accounts is desirable but not essential as training will be provided.

This role requires working in the office with the possibility of hybrid arrangements, locally agreed with your line manager.

We value our staff highly and are committed to serving residents and achieving organizational goals.

If you wish to work in an organization that aligns with our values—proud, ambitious, pioneering, open, proactive, inclusive—please click the apply button below.

We conduct a fair, anonymous selection process and do not accept supporting statements or CVs.

To apply, create an account and complete the competency-based questions to demonstrate your suitability based on the skills, knowledge, and experience outlined.

Application closing date: 23 March 2025 (22:59). Interviews and assessments: w/c 31 March 2025.

Our vision is to be a place for everyone—proud residents and staff, celebrating diversity, where everyone feels valued, included, and involved. We seek applicants who are: Proud, Ambitious, Pioneering, Open, Proactive, Inclusive.

Hackney Council actively works to eradicate discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, and social/economic circumstances. We welcome applications from disabled people and support flexible working arrangements. For guidance, contact the Hackney Works team for employment support services.

Additional information: Salary: £50,646–£52,674 per year. Employment type: Contract. Fully in-person role.