Head of Network Operations - EV

Corecruitment International; Swindon; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Network Operations to ensure the reliability of network assets in South West England. This hybrid role demands strong leadership abilities, strategic planning skills, and solid understanding of asset management. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in a relevant discipline and be comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels. If you have a passion for enhancing operational effectiveness and fostering strong relationships, this opportunity may be for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified in an engineering or asset management discipline.
• Deep understanding of regulatory pressures.
• Experience leading engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Ensure reliability and performance of network assets.
• Manage operational and maintenance contracts.
• Oversee strategic planning and process improvements.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills across all levels

Strategic planning

Relationship building

Adopting new technology

Asset management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related technical discipline

Membership to relevant governing body

Professional certifications in maintenance/asset management

Job description

The role

Head of Network Operations

Sector

EV Charging / Renewable Energy

Location

South West England - Hybrid - 3 days in HQ

Salary

£90,000 - £110,000

I am very excited to be working with this group and their wonderful leadership team on this newly created role. We are looking for a naturally curious and ambitious individual with strong leadership capabilities to take on the Head of Network Operations role.

Whilst this role comes with some non-negotiables in terms of qualification and skills, we are very open to candidates from adjacent or complimentary sectors, so if it sounds like the one for you, don't be shy – apply!

About the role

As Head of Network Operations, you will ensure network reliability and performance align with organisational goals. Key duties include managing assets, strategic planning, resolving issues, maintaining EV charging networks, solar farms, and BESS assets. You will be driving improvements in processes and technology. You'll also focus on optimising both assets and systems to maximise efficiency and operational effectiveness. You'll work collaboratively to enhance maintenance procedures, act as the main contact for charger manufacturers, and hold overall P&L responsibility for the operations team.

All About you

You will be qualified in and engineering or asset management discipline and have a deep understanding of regulatory pressures on a ‘zero down-time' business. You will be comfortable communicating at all levels, from engineers to execs. Your core values around safety will be paramount, demonstrated in every task, and you will instil those values in your teams. You will be able to build excellent relationships and partnerships with both clients and suppliers and you will have a keen appetite for adopting new technology to enhance delivery. You will be able to develop strategic plans that counter a purely reactive mindset and enable continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and oversee the Network Operations Centre, including Tier 2 and Tier 3 engineering, Field Services, Network Planning, Asset Management, and Materials Control functions.

Operational Performance & Strategy

Ensure the reliability, availability, and resilience of network assets in line with performance KPIs and service level targets.

Lead operational readiness for new product and technology introductions, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems and processes.

Network Planning, Asset & Materials Management

Direct asset management programs to maximise lifecycle value, equipment uptime, and reliability.

Contract & Supplier Management

Take ownership of operational and maintenance contracts, ensuring supplier performance meets SLAs, KPIs, and commercial expectations.

Financial & Commercial Management

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Ensure all operations comply with relevant regulatory, environmental, and health and safety requirements.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management – foster transparency and communication at all levels

Qualifications and Certifications

• Degree in Engineering, Asset Management, or a related technical discipline.
• Membership to a relevant governing body (e.g. IET, IMechE, IEEE or Equivalent)
• Professional certifications related to maintenance management, asset management, or health and safety (e.g., CMIOSH, IRCA, IAM, or equivalent) are highly desirable.

To be considered, please send your CV to

You must be able to live and work in the UK without restriction.