Head of Operations (Renewables) / Electrical Qualified Supervisor (QS)

Head of Operations (Renewables) / Electrical Qualified Supervisor (QS)

Contract Type: Full Time

Location: High Wycombe

Region: London

Industry: Utilities and Green Energy, Utilities

Base: High Wycombe Office
Salary: £46,800 - £52,000 per annum (DOE)
Type: Full-time, permanent

A client of ours is expanding our renewables operation and are looking for an experienced Operations Manager / Electrical QS (Qualified Supervisor) to lead delivery, drive operational performance, and uphold best-in-class quality and compliance across their electrical renewables portfolio.

If you're currently a strong Electrical QS with solid supervisory experience and you're ready to step into a broader leadership role, they're open to appointing at QS level with a clear development pathway into Head of Operations (salary reflective).

The role

This is a leadership position with end-to-end accountability for operational delivery across our growing renewables services. You'll set direction, manage teams, tighten process, and ensure we remain compliant, efficient, and customer-focused as we scale.

Key responsibilities Operational leadership

Define and execute operational plans to improve efficiency, quality, and delivery performance. Own day-to-day operations aligned to business goals and KPIs.

People leadership

Lead, motivate, and develop a multi-skilled team (including support functions). Build a high-performance culture: accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement.

Financial control

Monitor operational spend and identify cost efficiencies without compromising quality or safety.

Quality, compliance & safety

Set and enforce quality standards and safety protocols across all works. Drive audits, checks, and performance reviews to ensure regulatory and internal compliance.

Customer & stakeholder management

Maintain strong client relationships, handling escalations proactively. Implement feedback loops to improve service delivery and customer outcomes.

Process improvement

Identify bottlenecks and lead operational improvement initiatives. Use technology and data to optimise performance and decision making.

Strategic planning

Partner with senior leadership on the long-term growth plan for renewables. Track market trends, competitors, and regulatory changes to inform strategy.

Training & capability

Identify skills gaps and implement development plans and training programmes. Support progression and retention through structured growth pathways.

Essential technical requirements

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in electrotechnical competence
• 18th Edition (or current)
• BS 7671 Inspection & Testing: City & Guilds 2391-51/52 (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years in a supervisory / responsible electrical role
• Ability to pass accreditation body assessment for QS (e.g., NICEIC / NAPIT)

Preferred

ECS Gold Card holder

What success looks like

Safe, compliant delivery with measurable improvements in quality and customer satisfaction. Clear operational rhythm: planning, controls, reporting, and continuous improvement. A team that performs, develops, and scales with the business.