Electrical Manager

We're Hiring: Electrical Area Manager – Dartford

R9 Recruitment is proud to be working on behalf of a leading Social Housing Contractor Client, seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Area Manager to join their team in Dartford.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced electrical manager to lead compliance-driven contracts, manage operational delivery, and support a growing team—while being based primarily at the Dartford office.

Role Overview

The Electrical Area Manager will be responsible for delivering key electrical compliance contracts across multiple workstreams, including:

* EICRs and remedial works

* PAT testing

* Reactive repairs

You’ll build on strong client relationships to manage compliance programs and identify opportunities to up-sell services. A professional manner, excellent communication skills, and a solid electrical background are essential.

Salary

* Up to £60,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities

* Program management of electrical compliance contracts

* Quoting and costing for works

* Liaising with Quantity Surveyors to ensure quality and compliance

* Completing valuations and preparing jobs for invoicing

* Holding contract meetings with clients and core groups

* Recruiting electrical engineers for relevant workstreams

* Overseeing electrical teams and ensuring timely, high-quality delivery

* Supporting and auditing EICR and EV installation works

* Reviewing certification and reports, including EasyCert documentation

* Coordinating first and second fix works, including sockets, lighting, and containment

* Ensuring compliance with industry regulations and safety standards

Location

* Primarily based in the Dartford office, with regular site visits

Essential Requirements

* NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent, 18th Edition Wiring Regulations, Gold ECS Card, 2391 or equivalent Testing & Inspection qualification

* Previous Area Manager experience, ideally in social housing or construction

* Strong leadership and team management skills

* Proficient in MS Office, especially Outlook and Excel

* Excellent written and verbal communication

* Flexible attitude with strong organisational skills

* Ability to deliver courteous, professional customer service

Benefits

* Company Vehicle and fuel card

* Salary exchange pension scheme

* Employee assistance programme

* 28 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service (up to 5 additional days)

* Enhanced family leave (based on length of service)