Job Description

Job description
Full time - 37 hours per week - 8.00am to 4.00pm - Permanent



Are you a skilled and motivated electrician ready to take the next step in your career? We're looking for a Qualifying Supervisor (Electrical) to join our dynamic and fast-paced team. In this key role, you'll help us deliver high-quality electrical services across our housing stock and commercial properties -- with the ambition to achieve top-tier performance.




We seek the best talent from the widest pool of people as diversity and inclusion is the key to our success. Reading Borough Council is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to the recruitment and continued employment of people with disabilities.

About the role:

As a Qualifying Supervisor (Electrical), you'll be responsible for the supervision and support of electrical trade operatives and subcontractors. You'll allocate work, monitor productivity, and ensure that all tasks meet safety regulations, customer expectations, and legislative standards.



You will take ownership of the safety, technical compliance, and overall quality of electrical works carried out under your supervision. This includes checking and signing off electrical certifications, ensuring compliance with

BS7671

and

HSE

requirements, and notifying Building Control of new installations. You'll also support audits and inspections when required.



This is a varied and rewarding role covering planned works, voids, and responsive maintenance - no two days are the same.



The role offers variety and challenge, as you'll work across multiple service areas:

Planned works:

Electrical installations for newly refurbished kitchens and bathrooms.

Voids:

Repairs, rewires, testing, and general electrical upgrades in empty properties before re-letting.

Responsive maintenance:

Electrical repairs, diagnostics, and ongoing maintenance across our housing stock.

About You:

This is an exceptional opportunity -- and we're looking for someone with the right mix of experience, qualifications, and attitude to make it a success.




To be considered, you'll need:


A full UK driving licence At least two years' experience in a supervisory electrical role A qualification to NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation 2391 Testing & Inspection certification (or equivalent) 18th Edition (2382) certification to BS7671 wiring regulations Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a personable and professional approach Additional licences or qualifications relevant to the role would be a welcome bonus

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking a qualified and confident electrical professional with a strong understanding of current industry standards and safety regulations. You'll have the leadership skills to effectively supervise a team, manage workloads, and ensure that work is delivered to the highest quality -- on time and within regulation.



You'll be highly organised, detail-focused, and committed to delivering an excellent customer experience. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities are essential, as is a genuine passion for raising standards and supporting your team to succeed.



You'll be part of a team that relies on each individual to play their part to the best of their ability. As well as the colleagues that you work closely with every day, you'll also be part of Team Reading, playing your personal part in making Reading a successful and vibrant place.




Our vision is to ensure that Reading realises its potential as a great place to live, work and play, and that everyone shares the benefits of this success. Our values and behaviours guide how we will achieve this:

Work Together as one team -

champion and inspire a culture which ensures that all employees across the organisation work together to provide excellent outcomes for Reading

Drive Efficiency -

create an environment in which resources are used efficiently and employees' skills are developed and used effectively

Be Ambitious -

aspire to deliver excellence and inspire and support others to reach their potential

Make a Difference to Reading -

inspire a culture in which the customer is the focus and where change is welcomed as an opportunity

Our offer

We offer a supportive environment to grow and develop your career with the opportunity to put your ideas across. Innovation and ambition is strongly encouraged, and you'll get a great feel for that working in our friendly and collaborative environment.



A competitive salary alongside a range of benefits including:


Generous holiday entitlement - 25 days holiday each year plus bank holidays - rising to 33 days after 10 years' service, with the option to buy additional leave A wide range of flexible working opportunities Modern working environment at 19 Bennet Road Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) Life Assurance - three times your annual salary (for members of the LGPS) Season Ticket Loan - a loan to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey, to and from work Lease car salary sacrifice scheme allowing you to lease a brand new, greener car for three years. The monthly fee includes insurance, servicing and road tax

To arrange a confidential discussion on this position please contact

recruitment@reading.gov.uk

Closing Date: Sunday 27th July 2025



Interview Date: TBC



Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.