SNG (Sovereign Network Group)

We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical Manager - Electrical to join our Property Services team, covering the Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch and New Forest area . The role: Reporting to the Electrical Operations Manager, this role will lead a team of electrical specialists to deliver a customer centric, high quality, value for money, property safety and compliance services for SNG. The delivery will be through a mixture of an inhouse workforce, sub-contractors, main contractors and may also use external consultants to assist delivery. Responsible to deliver the right outcome for our customer in a safe and timely way, through leading a team of electricians. Promote a positive collaborative culture of building safety and compliance. Take personal responsibility for escalating any concerns to the Building Safety & Compliance team for consideration and/or investigation. Deliver on operational elements of electrical property safety and compliance delivery across SNG's localities both residential and non-residential portfolio, within the accountable aspects of electrical. Accountable for the delivery of property safety and compliance programmes and projects to agreed performance and financial standards and targets, ensuring customer satisfaction, cost effectiveness and value for money. Set and maintain high levels of safe working practices across all areas of property maintenance and improvement services in line with health and safety legislation and Construction (Design and Management) regulations. Responsible for all aspects of service delivery and performance within the electrical property safety and compliance delivery teams to ensure that SNG's property assets are maintained and improved to protect their core value and to meet the needs and expectations of current and future customers. What you'll bring: Technical knowledge of Electrical Safety, knowledge and understanding or current electrical regulations and related building regulations. City and Guilds in Electrical Installation 2360 or, City and Guilds 2368 electrical installation level 3 or, NVQ electrical installation level 3. City and Guilds 2381 requirements for Electrical installations level 3 BS7671. City and Guilds 2391 Testing and previous experience in a supervisory role. Ability to deliver a value for money service whilst taking actions to mitigate any risks. Ability to operate with commercial acumen. Able to analyse business information and formulate metrics that deliver permanent or consolidated progress. Demonstrable experience in strategic thinking, commercial acumen and values driven behaviours to fulfil corporate plans and strategies at both a local and organisation wide level. Evidence of delivering on innovative concepts, utilising future changes in policy to support flexibility in a responsive organisation.

SNG provides over 85,000 homes and invest in communities across London and the South of England - our purpose, to provide quality affordable homes and places that people love for generations. You'll be based ideally from our Head Office in Basingstoke . This role will combine office and home working to ensure a positive work/life balance. The Role We are looking for an experienced building safety professional to join us in the role of Building Safety Assurance Manager. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and compliance of our homes and services. Reporting directly to the Head of Assurance, you will join an established team working alongside building safety, HSE and assurance specialists. Using your industry expertise, you will lead and deliver our assurance programme with a primary focus on property compliance including but not limited to gas, electrical safety, fire, legionella, asbestos and lifts. Your work will help ensure our risks are systematically managed and that we consistently meet our regulatory obligations, keeping our residents, employees and contractors safe. Some travel across our operating area will be required, so you'll need a full driving licence and access to a vehicle. Key Responsibilities Lead the development and delivery of independent assurance reviews, working collaboratively with property, building safety and housing teams Deliver clear, reliable, evidence-based assurance conclusions that test the effectiveness of our policies, processes and procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment to SNG's corporate plan Lead the building safety assurance process to identify compliance gaps, agree sustainable action plans with internal stakeholders, and share good practice across the business Oversee the rigorous monitoring and closure of assurance actions, ensuring robust evidence and resulting improvements to business processes Influence, coach and engage a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to enhance assurance capability and understanding across the organisation What we need from you A strong understanding of building safety regulations across key areas such as gas, electrical safety, fire, legionella and lifts, ideally with specialist expertise in at least one discipline. Experience in a large operational environment is essential; housing sector experience is beneficial but not required Extensive experience in designing and delivering audit or assurance programmes, and collaborating with stakeholders to implement sustainable improvements A proven ability to interpret and apply regulatory requirements within operational settings Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling you to deliver clear, evidence-based conclusions Strong practical understanding of building safety risk management within complex operational environments A high level of attention to detail, combined with the ability to step back and see the wider picture Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills A tenacious yet supportive approach, with experience driving meaningful change Effective team-working skills to contribute to shared organisational goals Professional recognition with an appropriate body (e.g., Institute of Engineering & Technology)