Job Description:

Location: Basildon, Essex
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Are you an experienced electrical professional looking to take the next step into management? We're working with a well-established contractor within the social housing sector that is looking to recruit a Junior / Assistant Electrical Manager to join their growing team based in Basildon.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong electrical background who is looking to develop their management career while working alongside experienced senior managers on a variety of planned maintenance and compliance projects.

As a Junior / Assistant Electrical Manager, you'll play a key support role within the electrical management team, assisting with the day-to-day delivery of social housing electrical contracts. You'll gain hands-on experience across operational management, compliance, client liaison, and workforce supervision, with clear opportunities for progression.

• Support Senior Electrical Managers with the delivery of electrical works across social housing contracts.
• Assist in managing directly employed electricians and subcontractors.
• Help monitor project progress to ensure works are completed safely, on time, and within budget.
• Carry out site visits and quality inspections to ensure high standards of workmanship.
• Assist with ensuring compliance with current electrical regulations, health and safety legislation, and company procedures.
• Support the planning and scheduling of reactive, planned maintenance, and compliance works.
• Liaise with residents, clients, and internal departments to ensure excellent customer service.
• Assist in reviewing certification, documentation, and compliance records.
• Support the resolution of technical issues and customer queries.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the electrical department.

• Previous experience within the electrical industry, ideally within social housing, maintenance, or property services.
• Qualified Electrician (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent).
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations qualification.
• Testing & Inspection qualification (2391 or equivalent) is desirable.
• Good understanding of electrical compliance and current regulations.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive attitude with a genuine desire to progress into electrical management.

• Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to learn from experienced Electrical Managers.
• Clear career progression into Electrical Management.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Holiday allowance.
• Ongoing training and professional development.

If you're looking to build a long-term career within electrical management and want to join a respected social housing contractor that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.