At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead electrical projects, ensuring compliance and quality while managing a small team.
- Company: Join Mears Group, a leader in social housing and community support.
- Benefits: Enjoy 25 days leave, a company van, and exclusive staff perks.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with strong support for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the community while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must have 18th Edition and relevant electrical qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 45000 £ per year.
Annual salary: £45,000 per annum, plus company car (up to £45,500.00)
Location: Rainham
Hours: 42.5 hours per week, 8am – 5pm, Monday – Friday
Contract: Full‑time, Permanent
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Manager to oversee the effective delivery of contract activities, ensuring compliance with internal procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards. You will work closely with the client, offering electrical support and advising when required. The role involves managing MCM job scheduling, ensuring meters are calibrated, and supervising a small team of electrical operatives along with subcontractors. You will be responsible for monitoring work progress through regular site visits, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required standard. The successful candidate will compile operational reports, uphold Mears’ values and procedures, and maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction. You will also manage employee performance, support development through coaching and training, and ensure all company assets—including vehicles, tools, and PPE—are properly maintained. Flexibility to support other supervisors, attend meetings, and participate in training sessions is essential.
Key Criteria
- Oversee the delivery of electrical works across planned and reactive maintenance contracts
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures, health and safety regulations, and quality standards
- Supervise a team of operatives and manage subcontractors as required
- Monitor work progress through regular site visits, ensuring timely completion and high standards
- Manage MCM job scheduling and ensure accurate allocation of resources
- Ensure all electrical meters and equipment are calibrated and maintained
- Provide electrical support and technical advice to clients and internal teams
- Compile operational reports and contribute to performance reviews and audits
- Uphold company values and maintain a strong focus on customer satisfaction
- Support employee development through coaching, mentoring, and training
- Manage company assets including vehicles, tools, PPE, and van stock
- Attend client meetings, toolbox talks, and internal training sessions
- Collaborate with other supervisors to ensure smooth contract delivery
- Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation and industry standards
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, certifications, and completed works
- Respond to emergency callouts and support out-of-hours service delivery
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- 18th Edition Qualification
- NVQ Level 2 and 3 in Electrical Installation
- AM2 Certification
- Test and Inspection qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent)
- Customer Service Experience
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Experience within social housing
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Learning and development opportunities
- Annual Mears Fun Day
- Volunteering Leave
- Staff perks with Mears Rewards (discounts on groceries, holidays, eye test vouchers, Share save scheme, etc.)
- Family‑friendly policies
- Company van, fuel card and uniform
All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK; Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship. To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21, have held your licence for at least 3 months and have fewer than 9 points. Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant background, identity and security checks before commencement of employment.
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. 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.
Electrical Qualified Supervisor in Rainham employer: Dormont Manufacturing Co
At Mears Group, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee development and satisfaction. With competitive benefits such as 25 days of annual leave, learning opportunities, and family-friendly policies, our team members thrive in a collaborative environment where their contributions are valued. Located in Rainham, our commitment to diversity and inclusion, alongside our recognition as a Disability Confident employer, makes us a rewarding place for professionals seeking meaningful careers in the electrical sector.
