QS (Qualifying Supervisor) Electrical Supervisor – New Opportunity!
As a office/site-based operational Technical Supervisor, you will be responsible for delivering a range of work streams including carrying out installations, improvements, and responsive and planned maintenance. Directly managing up to 20 operatives and engineers, you will take responsibility for delivering the Emergency lighting programme and related maintenance services to customers and clients across various contracts. You will be expected to utilize your expert technical skills and knowledge to support the Service Delivery Manager in maximising productivity and efficiency to deliver excellent contract performance and meet business objectives.
Competencies & Attributes
High Attention to Detail: Essential for auditing complex technical test results and spotting discrepancies before certificates are formally submitted.
Authoritative Technical Knowledge: The ability to act as the final decision-maker on complex electrical faults or technical queries escalated by the field engineers.
A Mentoring Mindset: A focus on coaching the 20 operatives to improve their testing standards and documentation accuracy.
Key responsibilities:
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SuperviseElectricalrelated operations across a range of building construction maintenanceactivityfor various clients and contracts,deliveringquality services that achieve business objectives and meet customerneeds.
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Monitorthe performanceofthesupplychain (ensuringappointmentsare attended to on time andin line with contractual stipulations, taking appropriate action and advising line management as/when discrepancies occur).
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Visitsites to undertake inspections ofworksand/or liaise with trade operatives,customers,contractors, or statutory bodies to resolve any day-to-day operational issues.
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Direct management of up to 20 trade operatives/engineers and the Council’s DLO workforce per the Services Management Contract (conducting 1-2-1’s, review meetings, deliveringtool-boxtalks and
conducting meetings or investigations as needed).
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Undertake and record work-in-progress, post inspections, health and safety inspections and act accordingly on findings.
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Ensureallcorrespondence,includinganycomplaints,arerespondedtowithinagreedtimescales andto a high standard.
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Ensurethat allstatutory and legalrequirementsare metin respectof staff,buildings, residents, and the public;adoptthecompany’spositive culture forhealth safetyandwellbeing (HSW)management across all aspects of our work.
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Undertake a proactive, committed approach towards commercial focus and awareness to deliver services efficiently and effectively.
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that the customer experience is positive, and the service delivery operations focus on achieving excellence in customer service and the highest standards of safety and quality are achieved.
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Accountablefor the efficient and effective delivery of contracts within financial targets(ordering works, reviewingandvalidationclaimsfrom operatives/engineers andensuring costs are accurately recorded).
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Certificates & Sign-off: Review, validate, and sign off on all Electrical Installation Certificates (EICs), Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs), and Minor Works certificates generated by the 20 operatives.
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NICEIC/NAPIT Compliance: Act as the primary point of contact for external regulatory bodies, ensuring the company maintains its approved contractor status and successfully passing annual assessments.
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Technical Auditing: Sample and audit completed site works specifically to verify compliance with BS 7671, ensuring any deviations are corrected immediately.
Qualifying Status: Meet the corporate definition of a Qualifying Supervisor, maintaining your own continuous professional development (CPD) to protect the company’s technical standing.
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Requirements:
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Electrical NVQ Level 3(or equivalent gold card standard).
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BS 7671 18th EditionWiring Regulations (including any current amendments).
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Level 3 Award in Electrical Inspection and Testing(e.g., City & Guilds 2391 or 2394/2395).
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AM2assessment completion.
- SiteManagementSafetyTrainingScheme
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HNC/ONC(orequivalent)inBuilding(preferred)
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Experienceof Local Authority or a related field of work,and preferably gained working within a DLOor contractorenvironment
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Experienceofworkingatamanageriallevelandofmanagingamultidisciplinaryteam
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Experienceofworkingwithinahighlycommercialisedenvironment
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Demonstrableexperienceofleadingandmanagingchangeinitiativestosupportorganisationobjectives
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Provenexperienceof leading and applying continuous improvement practices to improve service useroutcomes
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Commercialapproach
BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to deliver positive economic, environmental, and social change. We provide a range of high-quality facilities and property services across London and the Southeast, with a strong focus on supporting local communities.
Our mission is to help people live, work, and grow by delivering safe, reliable, and customer-focused services aligned to local needs.
In addition to a competitive salary, our benefits package includes:
❤ Heart Hub rewards, perks & benefits platform
❤ Private Medical Insurance
❤ Group Life Assurance
❤ Pension Scheme
❤ 26+ days annual leave
❤ Family-friendly policies supporting work-life balance
❤ Health & wellbeing support, including Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
❤ Career development and training opportunities
❤ Free on-site parking at our head office
❤ A supportive and collaborative team environment
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services, click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and outline your relevant skills and experience.
