Technical Services Manager- Lakenheath

Location: RAF Lakenheath (on-site role)

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Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Salary: Up to £48,000
Job Role: Technical Services Manager (Electrical)

Mainstay Recruitment are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced Technical Services Manager (Electrical) to take on a key leadership role within a high-profile, fast-paced engineering environment supporting critical UK Defence operations overseas.

Based at RAF Lakenheath, with responsibility for RAF Feltwell, this role offers the chance to contribute directly to the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of essential infrastructure supporting the US Visiting Forces community. This is a unique, high- security environment where high standards, technical excellence, and operational reliability are essential.

About the Role

Reporting to the Core Lead / Site Manager, you will be a key member of the Core Management Team, leading a team of Electrical Maintenance Engineers delivering both planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive works across a complex and diverse estate.

You will be responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual requirements, and maintaining the highest safety standards, while continuously improving maintenance delivery.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading and developing a team of electrical engineers, ensuring high-quality PPM and reactive maintenance delivery
Providing technical expertise across electrical systems, plant, and associated infrastructure
Managing contractor performance, ensuring adherence to KPIs, quality standards, and contractual obligations
Supporting the development and implementation of maintenance strategies and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations and health & safety legislation
Managing RAMS, risk assessments, method statements, and safe systems of work
Acting as Duty Holder, Authorised Person, Responsible Person, or Competent Person where required
Overseeing CAFM systems, ensuring accurate records, reporting, and compliance
Participating in an on-call rota to support operational and emergency requirements
Promoting a strong safety-first culture aligned with JSP 375 standards
Mentoring and developing apprentices and team members
Collaborating with military stakeholders, estate representatives, and supply chain partners to ensure high-quality service delivery

About You

You will be an experienced electrical professional with strong leadership skills and a proven background in maintenance or contractor management within a complex or highly regulated environment. xwzovoh

18th Edition Electrical qualification
Strong understanding of EICR processes and electrical compliance
Experience managing teams and/or contractors in an operational environment
Knowledge of health and safety legislation, including COSHH and RIDDOR
Full UK driving licence
Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC)
Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

Experience within MOD, defence, or other secure environments
Knowledge of lightning protection and cathodic protection systems
First Aid and/or additional health & safety qualifications
Membership of a relevant professional body

To apply for this role please follow the link on this page or for more information, call Mainstay Recruitment and ask for Will.