Gas and Electrical Manager - 12 month FTC
Lyndhurst, England, United Kingdom Contract Posted 2 weeks ago
Are you an experienced Gas and Electrical professional ready to step into a high-impact leadership role where you can truly make a difference?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional to join us on a 12-month fixed-term basis to manage our in-house workforce of 3 Supervisors overseeing a team of 24 gas and electrical operatives.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and hold relevant technical and/or professional qualifications.
You will bring an in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards, alongside a strong working knowledge of both gas and electrical compliance, ensuring our services remain safe, compliant, and customer focused.
We take our commitment to decarbonisation seriously. Your expertise will play a key role in shaping how we adapt to greener technologies, driving innovation, increasing tenant engagement, and supporting the transition to more sustainable homes.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement, help shape service redesign, and be part of a team that reflects our ambitious climate goals.
If you are ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment and lead from the front, we would love to hear from you.
Please note, this post is subject to a basic DBS check
What’s In it for you?
At NFDC we recognise that every colleague - whether in operational, frontline, or office‑based roles - plays a vital part in delivering high‑quality services to our communities. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel valued for the work they do and the strengths they bring.
We aim to foster a culture where people feel confident to share ideas, contribute their expertise, and develop through meaningful conversations with their managers and supported learning opportunities. Whilst we have our corporate values, LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness, we understand that different teams work in different ways, and we want our values to be lived in ways that make sense locally while staying true to our shared purpose as an organisation.
We want colleagues to thrive, which is why we promote wellbeing, balance, and opportunities for learning and progression. Our values guide how we work together and how we support each other to be confident, capable, and adaptable.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
Please note: You’ll likely be aware that as part of the ongoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), the current organisation will transition into a new operating structure from 1 April 2028. It is important that applicants understand how this may affect their employment should they be successful. You will find attached a useful LGR update sheet at top of this advert.
If you’re interested
Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.
If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to delivering excellent public services, and looking for a place where you can develop and continue to grow, we would be delighted to receive your application.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Ben Close, Service Manager – Housing Mechanical and Engineering ben.close@nfdc.gov.uk 07464 489809
Closing Date: 17th June 2026
Interview Date: 21st June 2026
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced professional to join us on a 12-month fixed-term basis to manage our in-house workforce of 3 Supervisors overseeing a team of 24 gas and electrical operatives.
The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and hold relevant technical and/or professional qualifications.
You will bring an in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards, alongside a strong working knowledge of both gas and electrical compliance, ensuring our services remain safe, compliant, and customer focused.
We take our commitment to decarbonisation seriously. Your expertise will play a key role in shaping how we adapt to greener technologies, driving innovation, increasing tenant engagement, and supporting the transition to more sustainable homes.
This is a great opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement, help shape service redesign, and be part of a team that reflects our ambitious climate goals.
If you are ready to make an impact in a dynamic environment and lead from the front, we would love to hear from you.
Please note, this post is subject to a basic DBS check
What’s In it for you?
- £53,179 to £56,546 per annum (pay award pending)
- 28 days annual leave (plus an additional 5 days after 5 years continuous local government service).
- Local government pension scheme
- On site parking
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Hybrid working
- Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
- Cycle to work scheme which could save you around 40% on cycles and accessories.
At NFDC we recognise that every colleague - whether in operational, frontline, or office‑based roles - plays a vital part in delivering high‑quality services to our communities. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel valued for the work they do and the strengths they bring.
We aim to foster a culture where people feel confident to share ideas, contribute their expertise, and develop through meaningful conversations with their managers and supported learning opportunities. Whilst we have our corporate values, LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness, we understand that different teams work in different ways, and we want our values to be lived in ways that make sense locally while staying true to our shared purpose as an organisation.
We want colleagues to thrive, which is why we promote wellbeing, balance, and opportunities for learning and progression. Our values guide how we work together and how we support each other to be confident, capable, and adaptable.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
Please note: You’ll likely be aware that as part of the ongoing Local Government Reorganisation (LGR), the current organisation will transition into a new operating structure from 1 April 2028. It is important that applicants understand how this may affect their employment should they be successful. You will find attached a useful LGR update sheet at top of this advert.
If you’re interested
Please see the candidate booklet for more information about working at the Council and the job description.
If you are passionate about making a difference, committed to delivering excellent public services, and looking for a place where you can develop and continue to grow, we would be delighted to receive your application.
For an informal chat about the role please contact Ben Close, Service Manager – Housing Mechanical and Engineering ben.close@nfdc.gov.uk 07464 489809
Closing Date: 17th June 2026
Interview Date: 21st June 2026
