Electrics Technical Planner

Job Details

• Vacancy: Electrics Technical Planner
• Job Reference Number: VN1438
• Employment Type: Permanent
• Salary: Competitive

About the Role

Reporting into the Senior Electrical Planning Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing electrical operations for our Congress events and Exhibitions. Ensuring systems are designed, installed and maintained to the highest safety and performance standards, this role involves working with teams of electricians and coordinating projects with our clients, ensuring compliance with industry regulations at all times.

Who We Are

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a global, full service face-to-face live events marketing partner. We create some of the most incredible events in the world – think exhibitions, events, sales conferences, and exhibitions of all sizes. From initial strategy to show-stopping audio visual, to insightful measurement – and every detail in between – we bring brands to life!

What You Will Do

• Using your superior electrical expertise and experience, you will lead, advise and mentor the project teams - both internal and external for each Congress and Exhibition as required.
• Where required plan, schedule, and execute electrical projects from concept to completion. This will involve working on events throughout the UK and possibly Europe.
• Prepare electrical schedules, plans and mains calculations for each event in readiness for on-time submission, as required by each venue.
• Collaborating with both North and South electrical teams, support operational planning and delivery when and wherever required throughout the UK and possibly Europe.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety regulations, and company policies are adhered to at all times.
• Liaise with stakeholders throughout the business eg; Account Management, venues and our clients to ensure electrical advice and guidance is given as required.
• Oversee the electrical installation of our events and any maintenance repair of our electrical systems and equipment - both onsite and in our warehouses.
• Manage budgets, resources, and timelines where necessary for our electrical projects.
• Conduct inspections, troubleshoot issues, and implement preventive maintenance programs.
• Keep the business up to date with technological advancements and recommend improvements in our planning and delivery.
• Demonstrate commitment to the core values of the company.
• Take a participative role in the Company’s sustainability initiative and ensure where possible your actions support the achievement of this initiative; reuse, recycle and replenish.
• Ensure compliance with all health and safety, corporate, client and legislative standards across the function.

What You Will Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field (and equivalent experience).
• NVQ Level 3 Electrical Installation, City & Guilds 2365/2330, 18th Edition Regs, Inspection & Testing (2391/2394/5)
• Proven experience in electrical management or senior electrical engineering roles.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, safety standards, and regulations.
• Proficiency in project management and relevant software tools.

Work Location & Hours

Office & onsite within the Excel Venue with travel to other project locations as and when required. Hybrid working may be possible following initial training period. May require working outside standard hours during critical project phases. This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private Medical insurance
• Life Insurance
• Team days
• Paid training
• Paid Volunteering days

Equal Opportunities

In compliance with our commitment to diversity and inclusivity, we actively encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law.