Cable Jointing Manager – Slough
£50,000 - £55,000 Per annum
Vehicle, Fuel card, OT & Standby
Following successful award of a new framework contract, our client has an opportunity for a Team Manager who will be responsible for our Cable Jointers working on our Scottish and Southern Energy Networks (SSEN) contract based in the Thames Valley (Reading, Slough and West London).
This is a fantastic opportunity either for an experienced team manager or an aspiring craftsperson looking to make their next career move. The ideal candidate will have experience managing teams in an operational environment and be conversant with electrical networks and the applicable authorisations that apply to it. Even better if you have experience managing faults on the Low Voltage network.
On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for ensuring timely and cost-effective planning for teams ensuring they are adequately scheduled with work to ensure optimum service to customers whilst generating revenue for the business. You will also be responsible for ensuring your teams are working safely, are adequately trained, and that they have the required plant, equipment and materials to effectively execute their roles. The position requires travel to different offices and customer sites within the geographic area of the Thames Valley. Flexibility and a full UK driving licence are essential. There may be occasions when you will need to work further away and stay overnight.
Responsibilities
* Help to continuously deliver safe outcomes for the workforce, customers and members of the public.
* Be directly responsible for the safety, quality and technical standard of work performed by all staff under your supervision.
* Ensure compliance for yourself and your teams with all legal, regulatory and client requirements at all times.
* Demonstrate appropriate knowledge and experience of the inspection, testing, certification and reporting procedures for applicable works your teams undertake.
* Develop, coach and motivate your teams to ensure they are high performers.
* Ensure your teams complete all necessary documentation on a timely basis, for works undertaken using both digital app-based systems and paperwork.
* Ensure that your teams are issued all relevant paperwork required and that they understand the task/s that you have instructed them to undertake.
* Carry out site safety audits to ensure compliance with applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice.
* Promote and demonstrate a culture of Health, Safety & Quality at all times.
* Ensure teams carry out works to DNO specifications.
* Ensure your teams have all appropriate training, tools and equipment to safely and effectively carry out their roles.
* Ensure any project variations are recorded and managed effectively.
* Support the HSQE Manager as required.
Duties
* Set teams to work on new connections, faults and asset maintenance activities.
* Regularly audit teams to ensure compliance with applicable legal, regulatory and client requirements.
* Effectively schedule works to ensure high levels of customer service and optimal cost efficiency whilst complying with client requirements.
* Ensure your teams make commercially sound decisions to maximise income for the business.
* Support the team with complex fault-finding exercises on the Distribution network including the restoration of LV supplies by means of fuse replacement, temporary generation, network alterations, fault repairs and linking as appropriate.
* Where appropriately authorised, support teams with testing and switching on the LV network.
* Review updates provided by teams to operational drawings, diagrams and required documentation to ensure full compliance.
* Ensure compliance with applicable contract requirements at all times.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
* Managerial experience in an operational environment.
* Operational background with a current or expired DNO operational authorisation at LV.
* SMSTS or IOSH.
* Health and Safety Certificate.
* Technical understanding of Low Voltage Distribution Networks.
* NRSWA qualification as a supervisor.
* CSCS / EUSR accreditation.
* NERs.
* Passport holder – ideal but not essential.
* Awareness of Health and Safety at Work and site‑specific Risk Assessments.
* Awareness of ESQC regulations and Electricity at Work Act.
* Clean driving licence.
* First Aid at Work certificate.
* Manual handling certificate.
In Return Our Client Will Offer
* £50,000 – £55,000 per annum.
* Vehicle and Fuel card.
* Overtime & Standby rates.
* 20 days holiday + Bank holidays.
* Real progression due to rate of success within the business.
If you feel you can fulfil this position please apply or reach out (URL removed).
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