O&M Operations Manager - High Voltage Operations & Maintenance in Skipton

Our client, a leading organisation within the energy and utilities sector, is seeking an experienced O&M Operations Manager to lead the safe, effective, and compliant operation and maintenance of high-voltage electrical infrastructure.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HV professional to take ownership of operational performance across critical electrical assets, leading teams of technicians and engineers while ensuring the highest standards of safety, reliability, and service delivery.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing maintenance strategies, managing client relationships, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring that operational and commercial objectives are achieved across a portfolio of HV assets.

• Lead and manage a team of HV technicians, engineers, and specialist contractors.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Oversee the safe operation and maintenance of client-owned high-voltage electrical systems and infrastructure.
• Develop and implement planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and corrective maintenance programmes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, industry regulations, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Monitor asset performance, reliability, and operational KPIs to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage operational budgets, resources, contractors, and service delivery costs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, compliance, and operational records.
• Produce regular management reports on asset performance, reliability, safety, and operational effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence, technical competence, and risk reduction.
• Support business growth through effective O&M contract management and client engagement.

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Essential

• Minimum 5 years' experience within High Voltage Operations & Maintenance environments.
• Minimum 2 years' leadership or management experience.
• Strong technical understanding of HV electrical systems, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Excellent knowledge of HV legislation, safety requirements, and industry standards.
• Proven experience developing and implementing maintenance strategies and programmes.
• Experience managing technical teams, contractors, and external stakeholders.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and people management skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to analyse asset performance and operational data to drive improvements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good understanding of health, safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational or maintenance management systems.

Desirable

• HNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
• Experience within utilities, energy, power transmission, distribution, or infrastructure sectors.
• Previous experience managing client-facing Operations & Maintenance contracts.
• Experience working with HV substations, switchgear, transformers, and associated infrastructure.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasting, and commercial performance.
• HV Authorised Person (AP) experience or equivalent operational authorisations.
• Experience implementing continuous improvement and operational excellence programmes.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to lead HV operations across critical infrastructure assets.
• Exposure to major energy and utilities projects.
• Long-term career progression opportunities.
• Professional development and leadership growth.
• Collaborative and technically focused working environment.
• Opportunity to play a key role in supporting the UK's evolving energy infrastructure.