Operations Manager

Location: Great Notley

Competitive plus benefits

Braintree, Essex (Hybrid)

Permanent, Full Time

Advanced Electricity Networks are looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the day-to-day delivery of projects. The successful candidate will ensure projects are delivered to time, cost and quality, while championing a strong and positive Health & Safety culture across all operations.

What you will be doing

ICP Project Adoption:
Manage the efficient adoption and delivery of ICP projects through to energisation in line with AEN standards.

Health & Safety:
Lead and enforce a strong health and safety culture, ensuring full statutory and regulatory compliance.

Right to Make Live:
Oversee the RTML process to ensure safe, compliant, and timely network connections.

Fault Management:
Manage fault response and restoration to maintain network reliability and customer confidence.

Operational Compliance:
Ensure all operations meet licence, technical, and accreditation requirements.

Stakeholder Management:
Coordinate effectively with ICPs, contractors, DNOs, and internal teams to drive performance.

What we are looking for

A proactive professional with a strong “can-do” attitude and a commitment to first-class customer service.

Proven operational experience within the utilities ideally within an IDNO, DNO, or ICP environment

Previous experience in a management or supervisory role.

Strong technical audit capability with clear and concise report-writing skills.

Hold relevant certifications including NRSWA, SMSTS, and CSCS.

Demonstrated experience in promoting and sustaining a positive Health & Safety culture with sound knowledge of CDM and industry best practice.

A team player with the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Solid understanding of fault management, incident response, and network restoration

Our benefits

Competitive Salary and Car Allowance

Hybrid Working

Life Cover

Attractive Holiday Allowance

Wellbeing Service

Enhanced Parental Leave

Long Service Award

Volunteering Scheme

Buy Additional Holiday

And much more...

Our Business

Advanced Electricity Networks is an owner of electricity distribution assets. We are licensed by Ofgem, which ensures that we maintain and develop a safe and secure network of infrastructure and connections for our customers.

We aim to be the first choice of connections providers by offering outstanding value and customer service, supporting them on all matters of design, construction, and legal permissions.

Our Values

Working within Advanced Electricity Networks is a rewarding place to be. We spend a lot of time at work and we know the importance of spending that time working towards a common purpose. Supporting our staff is a key priority, balancing the demands of a growing business with its staff welfare