Site Manager / Electrical Installations Manager

Stoke-on-Trent
10 months ago
Applications closed

Related Jobs

View all jobs

Project Engineer

Maintenance Manager

Installation and Commissioning Engineer

Service Engineer

Project Engineer

Control Panel Builder

An exciting opportunity has opened for a Site Manager / Electrical Installations Manager to join a fast-growing engineering services provider delivering cutting-edge projects across the UK and Europe. This role is ideal for a well-rounded professional who has progressed from electrician to supervisor to site manager, particularly within Body in White (BIW) environments.

The successful candidate will lead the on-site delivery of large-scale electrical installations for high-profile automotive production lines, overseeing project progress, installation teams, health & safety, and daily site operations. This is a great chance to step into a senior site leadership role with ongoing development and European project exposure.

🔧 Key Responsibilities:



Manage day-to-day site activities and coordinate site logistics

*

Lead and support the electrical installation team across multiple sites

*

Interpret and work with EPLAN electrical drawings

*

Liaise with design teams to ensure project alignment and issue resolution

*

Assign and monitor tasks for electricians, ensuring quality and safety

*

Conduct toolbox talks and manage site health & safety protocols

*

Track progress and provide regular updates to internal and external stakeholders

*

Oversee material orders, site resources, and delivery schedules

âś… Ideal Candidate:

*

3+ years of experience managing electrical installations of robotic production lines (BIW essential)

*

Background in automotive manufacturing (e.g. JLR, BMW, other tier-one suppliers)

*

Strong working knowledge of EPLAN and electrical design schematics

*

Site leadership experience with a proven ability to deliver under pressure

*

SSSTS or equivalent H&S qualification preferred

*

Familiar with toolbox talks, RAMS, and daily task allocation

*

Comfortable working on multi-site projects – regular travel between Birmingham and Liverpool, with potential travel across Europe (accommodation provided)

💼 What’s in it for you?

*

Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum (DOE)

*

Overtime paid after 40 hours/week

*

Vehicle provided (van or car)

*

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

*

5% employer pension contribution

*

Fully expensed travel and accommodation for site work

*

Opportunity to work on prestigious automotive production projects in the UK and abroad

This role is perfect for someone ready to take the next step in their career or already operating at this level and looking for more autonomy and responsibility. If you have BIW experience, confidence leading teams, and strong technical knowledge of electrical systems, we’d love to hear from you

Subscribe to Future Tech Insights for the latest jobs & insights, direct to your inbox.

By subscribing, you agree to our privacy policy and terms of service.

Industry Insights

Discover insightful articles, industry insights, expert tips, and curated resources.

Careers

How Many Robotics Tools Do You Need to Know to Get a Robotics Job?

If you’re pursuing a career in robotics, it can feel like the list of tools you should learn never ends. One job advert asks for ROS, another mentions Gazebo, another wants experience with Python, Linux, C++, RobotStudio, MATLAB/Simulink, perception stacks, control frameworks, real-time OS, vision libraries — and that’s just scratching the surface. With so many frameworks, languages and platforms, it’s no wonder robotics job seekers feel overwhelmed. But here’s the honest truth most recruiters won’t say explicitly: 👉 They don’t hire you because you know every tool — they hire you because you can apply the right tools to solve real robotics problems reliably and explain your reasoning clearly. Tools matter — but only in service of outcomes. So the real question isn’t how many tools you should know, but which tools you should master and why. For most robotics roles, the answer is significantly fewer — and far more focused — than you might assume. This article breaks down what employers really expect, which tools are core, which are role-specific, and how to focus your learning so you look capable, confident, and ready to contribute from day one.

Jobs

What Hiring Managers Look for First in Robotics Job Applications (UK Guide)

Robotics is one of the most dynamic, interdisciplinary fields in technology — blending mechanical systems, embedded software, controls, perception (AI/vision), modelling, simulation and systems integration. Hiring managers in this space are highly selective because robotics teams need people who can solve real-world problems under constraints, work across disciplines, and deliver safe, reliable systems. And here’s the reality: hiring managers do not read every word of your CV. Like in many tech domains, they scan quickly — often forming a judgement in the first 10–20 seconds. In robotics, those first signals are especially important because the work is complex and there’s a wide range of candidate backgrounds. This guide unpacks exactly what hiring managers look for first in robotics applications and how to optimise your CV, portfolio and cover letter so you stand out in the UK market.

Education

The Skills Gap in Robotics Jobs: What Universities Aren’t Teaching

Robotics is no longer confined to science fiction or isolated research labs. Today, robots perform critical tasks across manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, agriculture, defence, hospitality and even education. In the UK, businesses are embracing automation to improve productivity, reduce costs and tackle labour shortages. Yet despite strong interest and a growing number of university programmes in robotics, many employers report a persistent problem: graduates are not job-ready for real-world robotics roles. This is not a question of intelligence or dedication. It is a widening skills gap between what universities teach and what employers actually need in robotics jobs. In this article, we’ll explore that gap in depth — what universities do well, where their programmes often fall short, why the disconnect exists, what employers really want, and how you can bridge the divide to build a thriving career in robotics.

🍪 We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience on our website. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. You can review our Cookie Policy for more information.