Job Description

Job Introduction

Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services. The Councils are committed to being a customer driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do; focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.


This management role at Redditch Borough Council focuses on overseeing electrical compliance, managing contracts and assets across our 5500 domestic housing properties and 300 of our communal blocks. It includes managing contractor performance, budgets and ensuring we meet all our statutory and non-statutory obligations in respect to all electrical services, including EICR's, repairs, rewires, tv aerials, door entry and security doors, fire alarms, emergency lighting, lifts, laundry equipment and any other associated services. This role is ideal for professionals seeking to make an operational impact in local authority housing services and expand their knowledge.

Key Role Requirements

Key Role Responsibilities for the Electrical Compliance Manager at Redditch Borough Council to Drive Strategic Housing Objectives will include:

Leading electrical compliance across domestic and communal assets

- Directly supporting the Council's mission to keep homes safe, well-maintained, and aligned with regulatory standards.

Manage and coordinate contractors delivering electrical and associated services

- Ensuring timely, consistent work that reflects Redditch Borough Council's commitment to quality service and customer satisfaction.

Deliver planned inspection and remedial programmes (e.g. EICRs)

- To mitigate risk and maintain housing stock in line with the Electricity at Work Regulations, contributing to tenant safety and regulatory assurance.

Maintain performance reporting and risk registers

- Supplying senior managers with critical insights that inform compliance strategy and improve housing outcomes.

Support procurement and contract management functions

- Driving value for money while ensuring services meet legal, financial, and customer-facing requirements.

Champion a customer-first approach

- Using feedback and operational data to adapt service delivery and support the Council's goal of empowering residents and delivering responsive housing services.

Develop team capabilities and apply systems thinking

- Aligning day-to-day operations with broader Council transformation initiatives aimed at efficient, collaborative service models.

Skills and Experience

Candidates must meet the essential criteria within the persons specification and demonstrate solid expertise in electrical servicing and compliance, with at least five years of post-qualification experience spanning both domestic and commercial environments.


Essential qualifications include key electrical certifications (C&G 2365, Testing & Inspection 2391/2394/5, and 17th/18th Edition), along with a Health & Safety qualification. Proven abilities in staff supervision, contract and budget management, and project oversight are required, as are strong interpersonal skills, reliability, a proactive mindset, and a clear understanding of health and safety responsibilities. The role demands fluency in systems thinking, the ability to solve problems independently, and a readiness to work flexibly across teams and settings. Candidates must also hold a valid driving licence and have access to a vehicle.


Those with experience in housing property operations, auditing or quality assurance, and broader compliance disciplines will have an advantage. Desirable qualifications include a recognised project management certification and familiarity with council policies and IT systems. Membership in professional bodies and the ability to use data to drive service improvements are also viewed favourably. Candidates who bring a thoughtful understanding of customer care, an aptitude for innovation, and the ability to interpret drawings, instructions, and technical plans will stand out in a competitive field.

A job description/person specification is attached

IMPORTANT:

Please ensure you read the persons specification which is included within pages 9/10/11 of the Electrical Compliance Managers JD (Housing) and include any information to confirm any required specific skills, knowledge, abilities, qualifications or behaviours have been met and please specify within this application how you achieved the job specification essentials



It is important to include information within this application of any essential 'To be assessed items' numbered

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At least 5 years' post qualification experience and related training in Electrical servicing, inspection and compliance in both a domestic and commercial setting



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Additional Information

The Councils offer a range of staff benefits:


Local Government Pension


Generous leave entitlements starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)


Flexible working, where appropriate


Employee Assistance Programme


Access to employee benefits platform. Where you can find discounts for high street shops, leisure discounts, holiday discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more

What next

Need further information? please contact Darren Boswell (recruiting manager) on 07980 277473 or email Darren.boswell@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk or email recruitment@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk

Closing date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 20 October 2025 (Midnight)

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