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Electrical, Controls & Instrumentation Manager


Company : Sonder & Metric: Executive Search in Real Assets


Location : plymouth, south west england


Created : 2025-08-11


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

EC&I Manager Power Generationc£75k (negotiable)+ package (bonus, car) Are you an experienced EC&I Engineer ready to step into a leadership role? Perhaps you are already in a leadership role, but looking for an employer who will let you put your mark on the way things are run?Our client is looking for an EC&I Manager to lead a small team of engineers managing a UK based flexible power generatin portfolio. You'll have the flexibilty to work remotely, as well as attend sites and company head office as needed. You’ll be the go-to person for:Planning and leading EC&I maintenance across a portfolio of operational assetsBeing hands-on when necessary - this isn’t a clipboard roleDriving improvements and preventative strategies, not just reacting when things go wrongMentoring, coaching, and growing a tight-knit teamWhy this might be better than the role you’re in now:Autonomy to shape how things are done—without red tapeOpportunities to genuinely lead and influence—not just manageA business that values technical excellence, and backs it with the right resourcesRegular training and support to keep you (and your team) sharpNational travel, with a hub in the North West—flexible work hours come with the territoryWhat you’ll need to bring:Experience leading EC&I workstreams, ideally in power generation or heavy industry, but others sectors will be consideredA solid background in hands-on electrical and control systems workA recognised apprenticeship or equivalent qualificationsA clean driving licence—and a willingness to travelWe are happy to discuss this role with those who might come above the advertised salary band.If you are interested and have a copy of your CV, please apply via LinkedIn. Not got one ready to go? No problem. If this sounds like your kind of challenge, send a message or drop a line. We’ll take it from there.