Electrical Engineer

Job description

Your new company
You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation with a strong commitment to safety, sustainability, and service excellence. The estate is large and diverse, with modern facilities and a focus on creating an outstanding environment for its community. The team prides itself on professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering a supportive culture where your expertise will make a real impact.

This is an organisation that values innovation, invests in its people, and encourages career development. With a strong reputation for quality and compliance, it provides a stable and rewarding environment for experienced professionals who want to lead and influence change.

Your new role
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Services Manager to lead the management and maintenance of electrical systems and infrastructure across a large, complex estate. This is a senior technical leadership role with responsibility for ensuring compliance, safety, and operational excellence.You will oversee planned and reactive maintenance, manage external service providers, and act as the subject-matter expert for electrical services. The role involves strategic planning, budget management, and driving continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with all statutory and health and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the electrical maintenance team, promoting a culture of professionalism and continuous improvement.
• Manage statutory inspection and maintenance regimes for electrical and life safety systems, including HV/LV networks, fire alarms, emergency lighting, and generators.
• Oversee external maintenance contracts, ensuring value for money and high-quality service delivery.
• Provide technical advice on compliance, legislation, and best practice.
• Contribute to long-term maintenance strategies and budget planning.
• Act as Authorised Person for HV/LV systems and ensure safe systems of work for all electrical activities.

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree-level qualification in electrical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Authorised Person training for HV/LV distribution systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical infrastructure, statutory compliance, and health & safety legislation.
• Experience managing maintenance strategies, budgets, and external contractors.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and make informed decisions.

What you'll get in return

• A competitive salary with annual increments.
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• The chance to work on a large, complex estate where your expertise will make a real difference.

What you need to do now
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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lancashire

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

16-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English