Technical Manager

Technical Manager (Electrical Safety & Compliance)

Location: North West London

Salary: £75,000 + car allowance

Contract: Permanent. Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm + hybrid working

The Opportunity

We are seeking a high-calibre Technical Manager to lead the electrical safety and compliance strategy for a premier infrastructure and building services portfolio.

In this senior-level governance role, you will act as the primary technical authority for electrical Safe Systems of Work (SSoW). You will balance high-level strategic planning with "on-the-ground" technical auditing, ensuring that all engineering activities meet the highest standards of safety and legislative compliance. This is a perfect role for a Chartered (or aspiring) Engineer who excels in technical mentorship and design governance.

Key Responsibilities Technical Governance & Safety Leadership

• Safe Systems of Work (SSoW): Take full accountability for the implementation and assurance of electrical safety frameworks, acting as the ultimate technical authority for SSoW.

• Mentorship & Training: Develop and deliver technical training programmes for Authorised Persons (AP) and Competent Persons (CP), fostering a culture of technical competence.

• Compliance Oversight: Conduct rigorous technical inspections and audits. Lead investigations into electrical incidents and ensure all remedial compliance actions are closed out effectively.

• Strategic Advisory: Set clear priorities for electrical safety across the business, providing expert technical guidance to project leads and site-based engineering teams.

Design Governance & Project Onboarding

• Design Challenge: Critically evaluate electrical designs and delivery methodologies to improve buildability and reduce the whole-life operational costs of the asset.

• Project Mobilisation: Support MEP and FM teams during the onboarding of new projects, identifying and mitigating electrical risks at the earliest stages of the lifecycle.

• Process Evolution: Drive the continuous improvement of technical documentation, standard operating procedures, and safety protocols to maintain "best-in-class" standards.

Candidate Requirements Technical Expertise & Knowledge

• Regulatory Mastery: An expert-level understanding of the Electricity at Work Regulations and BS 7671 (18th Edition).

• Compliance Standards: Deep knowledge of Emergency Lighting regulations and BS 8519.

• SSoW Implementation: Proven track record in developing and governing electrical Safe Systems of Work in complex or critical environments.

Qualifications & Background

• Trade Foundation: A strong electrical trade background supported by comprehensive technical training.

• Certification: Must hold AM2 and City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection & Testing) or equivalent.

• Leadership Status: Previous experience acting as an Authorised Person (AP) and the ability to act as a Qualified Supervisor (QS) .

Desirable Skills (The "Plus" Factors)

• Specialist Environments: Knowledge of HTM (Healthcare) or JSP (Defense) standards.

• Digital Literacy: Proficiency in using Power BI and Excel for data-driven reporting and trend analysis.

• Innovation: Experience utilizing SharePoint for automated dashboards and workflow optimization.

• Chartership: Currently a Chartered Engineer (CEng) or actively working towards professional registration.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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