Installation Manager

Technical Prospects Ltd; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK manufacturing firm is seeking an Installation Manager to manage a territory-based team of Installation Engineers and subcontractors. The role involves recruitment, team management, and ensuring installations meet quality and compliance standards. Candidates should have valid 18th Edition certification, NVQ Level 3 qualification, and strong communication skills. Competitive salary of £45,000 - £50,000 plus benefits, with the ideal candidate based in the Greater London area.

Benefits

Company car

Benefits

Qualifications

• Valid 18th Edition certification required.
• Experience in managing a territory-based Engineering team.
• Ability to inspire and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Recruit and manage both direct labour and subcontractors.
• Monitor installation resources and maintain efficiency levels.
• Ensure installations meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Experienced Electrician

Effective communication

Leadership

Education

18th Edition certification

NVQ Level 3 Electro Technical Services qualification

IOSH or SSSTS certification

Job description

Position Overview

Installation Manager

Offering Circa £45,000 - £50,000 Basic Salary + Company Car & Benefits!

Our client is an established UK manufacturing business. Due to continued growth, our client is currently recruiting an Installation Manager to support their London & East Anglia territory. The Installation Manager will be responsible for leading, managing, and developing a territory-based team of Installation Engineers and sub-contractors cost-effectively and efficiently to maximise productivity, performance, and quality.

The installation team are spread across London and East Anglia, requiring regular travel to customer site, whether that be to support the installation team directly, conduct periodic installation audits or to meet with customers to review and discuss installation availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Team Management of both direct labour and subcontractors
• Inspire, motivate, build rapport and trust, provide focus and direction, whilst identifying and facilitating training requirements for both new starters and existing team members.
• Financial and Operational Management - continually monitor installation resources and maintain efficiency levels to achieve required KPIs and lead times.
• Monitor and manage all associated costs including expenses, products, equipment, tools, hotel and travel expenses, and overtime payments.
• Oversee individual performance reviews and develop personal development plans (PDPs) to identify training needs. Carry out regular team meetings and toolbox talks.
• Ensure all installations meet quality standards, company policies, procedures, and industry regulatory requirements.
• Oversee stock controls and conduct stock takes as required. Ensure the installation team have the correct stock to allow them to complete their jobs successfully 1sttime.
• Lead by example in taking ownership of Health & Safety and compliance; ensure all audits, risk assessments, accident investigations and method statements are completed and maintained as required in line with our clients policies and procedures.
• Electrical Compliance Representation: Attend and represent our client at Annual NIC / EIC assessments to uphold and verify electrical compliances.
• Manage all client contracts within the defined area, including attendance at pre-start and review meetings with clients. Also, be the point of contact for any customer or client complaints, ensuring issues are resolved in a timely and professional manner.

Skills & Experience

• Experienced Electrician with valid 18th Edition certification.
• NVQ Level 3 Electro Technical Services qualification or equivalent.
• Be an effective communicator who builds rapport well and inspires others.
• An experienced leader with experience of managing a territory-based Engineering team would be ideal.
• IOSH or SSSTS certification would be advantageous.

The Installation Manager position is offering £45,000 - £50,000 Basic Salary plus Company Car and Benefits for the successful candidate. As this position is field based, the successful candidate will ideally be based in the Harlow, Chelmsford, Cambridge, Enfield, London, Stevenage or Peterborough area.

All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of Installation Manager. This vacancy is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.