About this role
Role Overview
- Oversee day‑to‑day operations, planned maintenance, contractor performance and the delivery of reliable network services.
- Set the strategic direction for electrical operations
- shaping asset management practices, driving compliance, managing contracts and ensuring that all activity meets industry best practice, technical standards and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation, escalate issues appropriately, and produce timely performance and regulatory reports.
- Schedule, document, and evidence all maintenance and condition monitoring activities to meet technical, statutory, and licence requirements.
- Be fully responsible for the ownership of the Electrical asset register; ensuring any amendments and additions are carried out in timely manner.
- Oversee new asset handovers/adoptions, ensuring all required information meets adoptable standards.
- Maintain complete ownership of the electrical out of hours call rota scheduling, preparedness and the associated supporting infrastructure.
- Implement emergency procedures for all Leep adopted electrical sites nationwide.
Requirements
- Strong understanding of the utilities sector and its regulatory environment.
- Proven experience managing utility contractors with a focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
- In depth knowledge of HV/LV network operations, maintenance, and asset management.
- Solid understanding of H&S and Quality Management Systems, including audit processes.
- Familiar with electricity sector regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
- Proficient in IT systems for reporting, analysis, and documentation.
- Highly adaptable, proactive learner who performs well under pressure and tight deadlines.
- Strong communicator with the ability to build effective professional relationships.
- Experienced in leading teams, contractors, and operational personnel.
Benefits
- 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays
- An additional day off to celebrate your birthday
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Car allowance
- Company pension plan
- Health Cash plan through Westfield Health
- Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme
- Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials
- Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities