Overview
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Are you a technical leader in the power and energy sector with a growth mindset and a passion for people? Do you like to support and inspire your team? Do you thrive on juggling multiple priorities? If yes, you could be our Electrical Group Lead (maternity cover).
The electrical group comprises staff based across Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and Epsom. Key capabilities include high voltage (HV) plant design, protection and control (P&C), regulation and advisory.
The team works in a fully integrated manner with a wider team to deliver key projects to support the Power & Industrial Market. The sector is undergoing unprecedented growth at the moment, and a growth mindset is critical for the group lead role.
Your role
In this role you will:
- Focus on growth (recruitment, onboarding, retention) to enable the team to sustainably grow to match the market demand.
- Provide the group with a clear identity, provide inspiration and drive a positive inclusive, culture.
- Ensure a high level of communication, engagement and pastoral care throughout the team.
- Ensure that staff are technically equipped to deliver high quality work to clients (through training, development and culture).
- Drive efficient resourcing to maintain billability in line with the Practice budget.
- The candidate will also be expected to be a leader in the Power and Energy sector (in one of the technical capabilities mentioned: HV plant, P&C, regulatory and advisory) and will be expected to be billable in addition to the leadership activities.
About you
- It is anticipated that position and will be held from one of our locations (Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow and Epsom). Some travel between these offices will be required. We welcome part-time or full-time applicants for the role.
- In addition to having strong communication and leadership skills, you will have experience in and be able to demonstrate a selection of the following attributes:
- A leader in the Power and Energy sector (ideally good knowledge of power grids / electrical engineering)
- Experience in line management and team leadership.
- Drive for growth and experience in recruitment and onboarding.
- Ability to make decisions and balance the needs of the business with the needs of the team.
- If you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply — we value potential as well as experience.
Reward & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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Additional information
Security clearance
This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
