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Head of Operations (HV Maintenance)

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Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library
Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£80k - £90k Annual
Full-Time
Head of Operations (HV Maintenance)

Hybrid - East Anglia

Salary Dependent on Experience + Vehicle + Hybrid Working + Progression + Pension + Training + Development + Flexible Hours + GP Service

Are you an experienced operational leader with extensive High Voltage maintenance experience looking to shape the future of a growing engineering business?

Do you want to lead operational performance, technical governance and safety compliance across a nationwide maintenance division while influencing business strategy and developing high-performing engineering teams?

This specialist High Voltage engineering business provides installation, maintenance and lifecycle management services across critical electrical infrastructure throughout the UK. As the company continues to expand, they are seeking an experienced Head of Operations (Maintenance) to lead the operational delivery of their growing maintenance portfolio.

In this role, you'll oversee the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance services across the business while driving operational performance, technical governance and compliance. You'll lead maintenance teams, manage competency frameworks, support Electrical Safe Systems of Work, oversee operational KPIs and work closely with senior leadership to improve service delivery and business performance.

The ideal candidate will have extensive operational leadership experience within High Voltage infrastructure together with strong knowledge of Electrical Safe Systems of Work and HV governance. Previous experience leading technical teams, maintaining competency frameworks and supporting commercial performance would be highly beneficial.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an ambitious organisation where you'll influence company strategy, lead business improvement initiatives and play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the maintenance division.

The Role:

Lead the operational delivery of High Voltage maintenance services
Oversee Electrical Safe Systems of Work and technical governance
Manage operational performance, KPIs and resource planning
Lead engineering teams, competency development and succession planning
Ensure compliance with industry legislation and Distribution Safety Rules
Support commercial performance, budgeting and contract delivery
Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality and operational performance
Travel to operational sites across the UK
The Person:

Previous experience leading HV operations or maintenance teams
Strong knowledge of HV safety rules and Electrical Safe Systems of Work
Experience managing technical teams and operational performance
Commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management skills
Background within utilities, power infrastructure or High Voltage engineering
Full UK Driving Licence
Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nathan Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

Reference: 225368348

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Head of Operations (HV Maintenance)

CV-Library

Posted on Jul 14, 2026 by CV-Library

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Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£80k - £90k Annual
Full-Time
Head of Operations (HV Maintenance)

Hybrid - East Anglia

Salary Dependent on Experience + Vehicle + Hybrid Working + Progression + Pension + Training + Development + Flexible Hours + GP Service

Are you an experienced operational leader with extensive High Voltage maintenance experience looking to shape the future of a growing engineering business?

Do you want to lead operational performance, technical governance and safety compliance across a nationwide maintenance division while influencing business strategy and developing high-performing engineering teams?

This specialist High Voltage engineering business provides installation, maintenance and lifecycle management services across critical electrical infrastructure throughout the UK. As the company continues to expand, they are seeking an experienced Head of Operations (Maintenance) to lead the operational delivery of their growing maintenance portfolio.

In this role, you'll oversee the safe and efficient delivery of maintenance services across the business while driving operational performance, technical governance and compliance. You'll lead maintenance teams, manage competency frameworks, support Electrical Safe Systems of Work, oversee operational KPIs and work closely with senior leadership to improve service delivery and business performance.

The ideal candidate will have extensive operational leadership experience within High Voltage infrastructure together with strong knowledge of Electrical Safe Systems of Work and HV governance. Previous experience leading technical teams, maintaining competency frameworks and supporting commercial performance would be highly beneficial.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an ambitious organisation where you'll influence company strategy, lead business improvement initiatives and play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the maintenance division.

The Role:

Lead the operational delivery of High Voltage maintenance services
Oversee Electrical Safe Systems of Work and technical governance
Manage operational performance, KPIs and resource planning
Lead engineering teams, competency development and succession planning
Ensure compliance with industry legislation and Distribution Safety Rules
Support commercial performance, budgeting and contract delivery
Drive continuous improvement across safety, quality and operational performance
Travel to operational sites across the UK
The Person:

Previous experience leading HV operations or maintenance teams
Strong knowledge of HV safety rules and Electrical Safe Systems of Work
Experience managing technical teams and operational performance
Commercial awareness and strong stakeholder management skills
Background within utilities, power infrastructure or High Voltage engineering
Full UK Driving Licence
Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed)

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Nathan Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates
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Reference: 225368348

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