Electrical Operations Manager (social Housing)

Bluetown; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the social housing sector seeks an Electrical Operations Manager to lead a field-based team in delivering high-quality services. The role involves ensuring safety standards, coaching team members, and managing operations across the Midlands and North. Ideal candidates will have electrical expertise, strong leadership skills, and a passion for people development.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Company Pension

Company van & fuel card

Mobile phone, tablet, and laptop

Annual leave - 25 days and bank holidays

Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme

Discount/cashback platform

Employee referral scheme

Quarterly Volution Values Award

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience managing a field-based team.
• 2-5 years in a similar electrical role.
• Ventilation knowledge/experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading a team of engineers, surveyors, and technicians.
• Conducting site visits to coach and support the team.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Coaching

Conflict management

Education

18th Edition Wiring Regulations

C&G 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification

IOSH Managing Safely

First Aid in the Workplace

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Operations Manager (Social Housing)

Location: Field-based Midlands/ North

Salary: Competitive plus benefits

Job Type: Permanent / Full time

About Us:

Airtech manufacture a full range of domestic mechanical ventilation systems specifically designed for the Social Housing and Local Authority market. We install bathroom and kitchen fans, provide mould treatment/ eradication, and Radon testing.

About the role:

Are you a hands-on leader with electrical expertise and a passion for people development? We're looking for an Operations Manager (North/Midlands) to lead our team in delivering high-quality services to the social housing sector.

At Airtech, we pride ourselves on our friendly and professional approach to improving homes and lives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who can coach and inspire a field-based team, ensure safety and quality standards are met, and provide technical guidance while putting customer care at the heart of everything we do.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Leading a team of engineers, surveyors and technician to deliver safe, productive, high-quality installations
* Conducting site visits across the UK to coach, support, and audit completed work
* Acting as the go-to electrical expert for your team and stakeholders
* Managing day-to-day operations and maintaining a positive, high-performing team culture
* Supporting recruitment, training, and ongoing development of engineers
* Building strong relationships with clients, tenants, and colleagues
* Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and company standards

About you:

* 2+ years' experience managing a field-based team
* At least 2-5 years of experience in similar electrical role
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* C&G 5357 Level 3 Electrotechnical Qualification
* Content travelling throughout the UK on a regular basis, and flexible to working additional hours when required
* A sound understanding of HR processes and conflict management
* Great organisational skills - you will be managing stock and coordinating many moving parts
* Excellent communication skills - verbal and written
* Ability to coach and develop your team
* Ventilation knowledge/experience, desirable
* Working knowledge of Health & Safety and Electrical Safe Systems of Work
* IOSH Managing Safely
* First Aid in the Workplace

Benefits:

* Salary dependent on experience
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme. Monthly; payment related to the team average performance for the month.
* Company Pension - 5.5% employer, 3.5% employee
* Company van & fuel card
* Mobile phone, tablet, and laptop
* Annual leave - 25 days and bank holidays
* Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme
* Boostworks - Discount/ cashback platform - supermarkets and retailers
* Employee referral scheme - receive up to GBP500
* Quarterly Volution Values Award - receive GBP100 if nominated!

Equal opportunities: All current employees and potential employees are provided equal employment opportunities by Volution Group Plc.

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Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Electrical Services Manager, Electrical Project Manager, Electrical Maintenance Manager, Power Systems Operations Manager, and Senior Electrical Supervisor may also be considered.