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Salary £53,902 to £57,701 Contractual hours 37 Basis Fixed Hours Package 5.5 hours contracted overtime Job category/type Repairs and Maintenance Date posted 24/03/2026 Job reference REQ0000636attachment 4621.May23.Electrical Testing Supervisor.JDPS.doc
Are you an experienced electrical professional with strong supervisory skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, compliant electrical services? Do you have the ability to lead teams, manage complex programmes of work, and ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining the highest safety standards?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Testing and Compliance Supervisor to join our Housing service.
For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Hunt - Project Manager on 01273 295050 or paul.hunt@brighton-hove.gov.uk
About the role
Reporting to the Electrical Testing and Compliance Project Manager, you will play a key role in supervising operatives, apprentices, and contractors delivering electrical testing, repairs, and upgrade programmes across our housing stock.
You will ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with the latest wiring regulations, while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and programme deadlines.
Your responsibilities will include:
In return for your skills and hard work, we offer:
For more information about the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk).
As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) and Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is term-time only. For part time applicants, where your working week is less than the council’s basic 37 hour week, contracted overtime rated pay will not form part of your working hours. This is because overtime rated pay is payable for hours worked in excess of the council’s basic 37 hour week. Your starting salary will be pro rata based on the basic annual salary elements of pay between £44,075 & £47,181.
Work Permits: We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Please see Gov.uk for more information on the Skilled Worker Visa.
Are you an experienced electrical professional with strong supervisory skills and a passion for delivering high-quality, compliant electrical services? Do you have the ability to lead teams, manage complex programmes of work, and ensure customer satisfaction while maintaining the highest safety standards?
If so, we have an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Testing and Compliance Supervisor to join our Housing service.
For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Hunt - Project Manager on 01273 295050 or paul.hunt@brighton-hove.gov.uk
About the role
Reporting to the Electrical Testing and Compliance Project Manager, you will play a key role in supervising operatives, apprentices, and contractors delivering electrical testing, repairs, and upgrade programmes across our housing stock.
You will ensure works are delivered efficiently, safely, and in full compliance with the latest wiring regulations, while maintaining a strong focus on customer service and programme deadlines.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supervising and supporting electrical operatives and contractors to maximise productivity and quality
- Monitoring works through site visits, audits, and inspections, ensuring compliance and high standards
- Managing electrical testing programmes across tenanted and void properties
- Undertaking pre- and post-inspections, producing specifications, and taking ownership of jobs through to completion
- Working closely with planning teams to ensure effective scheduling, resource allocation, and timely delivery of works
- Liaising with residents, contractors, and internal teams to minimise disruption and maintain excellent customer service
- Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and council policies
- Managing performance, attendance, and development of team members
- Maintaining accurate records, job updates, and audit information using digital systems
In return for your skills and hard work, we offer:
- A standard working week of 37 hours per week plus 5.5 hours of contracted overtime (Monday – Friday 08.00 – 17.00).
- A full induction with job shadowing and on-going mentoring and development
- Paid annual leave
- Pension scheme
For more information about the benefits of working at the council, visit Why work for us (brighton-hove.gov.uk).
As part of your application, you will need to upload your CV and answers to some shortlisting questions. Your answers to the shortlisting questions are the most important part of your application as they will be used in the shortlisting process to assess whether you meet the essential requirements for the role that are set out in the person specification and to decide whether you should be offered an interview. Before you start your application, please read our guidance here (CV guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk) and Shortlisting questions guidance (brighton-hove.gov.uk)) as this gives important advice which will increase your chance of success in the shortlisting process.
Additional Information
Your starting salary will be pro rata if the above position is term-time only. For part time applicants, where your working week is less than the council’s basic 37 hour week, contracted overtime rated pay will not form part of your working hours. This is because overtime rated pay is payable for hours worked in excess of the council’s basic 37 hour week. Your starting salary will be pro rata based on the basic annual salary elements of pay between £44,075 & £47,181.
Work Permits: We may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Please see Gov.uk for more information on the Skilled Worker Visa.
