Electrical Manager in CM1

Energy Jobline ZR; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or allowance

Training and development in solar

Job summary

Energy Jobline ZR in Chelmsford is seeking an experienced Electrical Manager to lead our Solar PV and Electrical Division in a hybrid role, blending office coordination with occasional site support. You will guide engineers, plan jobs, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive projects from survey to sign-off.

The ideal candidate is a qualified electrician with 18th Edition, strong leadership, and proficient in digital systems and certification portals.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified electrician with NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• 18th Edition compliant; Solar PV qualifications desirable.
• Experience supervising electrical teams.
• Strong organisation and communication skills.
• Balance office duties with occasional site work.

Responsibilities

• Lead Solar PV and electrical installation teams
• Conduct toolbox talks, quality checks and mentoring
• Ensure safe practices and regulatory compliance
• Update internal systems, job boards, and project trackers
• Manage certifications (MCS, EPVS, Building Control, DNO, etc.)
• Review upcoming jobs for materials, labour and designs
• Coordinate with office staff for scheduling
• Provide hands-on support on complex installs and commissioning
• Review designs for Array Electrics' standards
• Handle fault-finding and post-install checks
• Oversee health & safety across projects

Skills

Electrical supervision

Team leadership

Coordination software

Health & safety

Solar PV knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 3 Electrician or equivalent

18th Edition qualification

Solar PV qualifications desirable

Tools

Job management software

Certification portals

Job description

Electrical Manager

An experienced Electrical Manager to lead our Solar PV and Electrical Division. This is a hybrid role, combining office-based coordination with occasional hands-on support on site. The primary focus is on team oversight, operational management, system updates, certification compliance, and job planning. You'll be the central point of technical leadership—ensuring our engineers are supported, our installations meet industry standards, and our workflow runs smoothly from survey to sign-off. This role is ideal for a qualified electrician or supervisor who enjoys a balance of leadership, organisation, and technical involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Oversight
• Support, guide, and oversee the Solar PV and electrical installation teams
• Conduct toolbox talks, quality checks, and technical mentoring
• Ensure safe working practices and compliance with regulations
• Operational & Administrative Management
• Update internal systems, job boards, and project trackers
• Manage and chase certifications (MCS, EPVS, Building Control, DNO, etc.)
• Review upcoming jobs, ensuring materials, labour, and designs are ready
• Liaise with office staff to maintain smooth scheduling and communication
• Technical Support
• Provide on-the-tools assistance when required (complex installs, troubleshooting, commissioning)
• Review system designs and ensure installations meet Array Electrics' standards
• Support fault-finding, customer queries, and post-installation checks
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure installations meet MCS, TrustMark, and EPVS requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation and sign-off processes
• Oversee health & safety compliance across all projects

Skills & Experience

• Fully qualified electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent)
• 18th Edition essential; Solar PV qualifications desirable
• Experience supervising or managing electrical teams
• Strong understanding of Solar PV, battery storage, and domestic electrical systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confident using digital systems, job management software, and certification portals
• Ability to balance office duties with occasional site work

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Company vehicle or allowance
• Training and development in solar, battery storage, and emerging technologies
• Opportunity to shape and grow a fast-expanding division
• Supportive team culture and long-term career progression

Ideal Candidate Location

We are looking for someone based in Chelmsford or within a short commute, to support both office presence and regional site visits