Electrical Manager
Full Time – Permanent, Monday to Friday (42.5 hours per week). Salary up to £55,000. Company Vehicle & Fuel Card Included. Location: Kent and surrounding areas.
About the Role
As an Electrical Manager within our Maidstone branch, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and leadership of a team of electricians operating across a busy and varied NHS contract. You will provide technical oversight, ensure compliance with statutory and healthcare regulations, and play a key role in developing the electrical service across the contract. The role involves close collaboration with clients, internal management teams, and external stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant, and reliable services.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead, manage, and motivate a team of electrical operatives
* Ensure compliance with HTM 06‑02, SFG, and all relevant electrical and health & safety standards
* Act as a lead for electrical compliance within healthcare environments (where qualified); support will be provided if not already attained
* Supervise electrical installations, maintenance, testing, and remedial works – including large‑scale projects to commercial‑sized buildings
* Ensure all electrical works are safe for continued use, protecting service users, staff, and the public
* Oversee health & safety standards and safe systems of work
* Support branch management, building managers, and wider operational teams
* Assist with recruitment, training, and development of electricians
* Creating and assessing quotations and workstreams
* Support contract growth, including bidding for new works and contracts
* Attend client meetings and stakeholder events as required
Role Criteria
* Full UK driving licence
* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation, including AM2
* City & Guilds Electrical qualification
* People management or supervisory experience
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Strong IT skills with the ability to use several different systems
Desirable
* Trained in HTM 06‑02 – Electrical Safety
* Experience working in a commercial environment
* Knowledge of working in a critical NHS environment
* Experience supervising electricians or contractors
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK; Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.
At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). We also hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.
In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.
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