Control Manager

Gtc UK; Woolpit; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities company in Woolpit is seeking a Control Manager to oversee Electrical Network Operations. The successful candidate will lead the Control Team, manage Emergency Response contracts, and ensure safety across GTC’s networks. This mid-senior role offers a competitive salary and growth opportunities in a supportive environment, promoting equity and inclusion.

Benefits

Cost of living annual pay review

Company pension contributions

33 days holiday

Enhanced parental leave pay

Referral payment for successful referrals

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience of Electrical networks and safe operations of electricity networks up to 33kVA.
• Extensive knowledge of Electricity Legislation and regulations.
• Authorised as a GTC HV Control Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop GTC Control Team.
• Manage Emergency Response contracts.
• Ensure all operatives are duly authorised to operate on GTC Electrical Networks.

Skills

Able to adapt and prioritise work

Excellent Customer Service

Education

Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent

Accredited as IEng with a recognised Institution

Tools

Microsoft Office programs

NMS systems

Job description

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Job Location: Woolpit

Additional Location Information: none provided.

Salary: Competitive

Contract type: Permanent

Posting End Date: 09/12/2025

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner accelerating the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major driver of change and innovation for over 30 years, providing a supportive environment that enables our people to be the best and feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.

GTC, part of the BUUK Infrastructure Group, is looking for a Control Manager who would like to help us reach our mission to "earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service".

Purpose of this role

Responsible for the overall safe management of Electrical Network Operations and Emergency response for GTC Electrical Networks.

Your Key Responsibilities Are

• Lead and develop GTC Control Team.
• Lead and develop GTC’s emergency resilience.
• Act as GTC’s emergency resilience lead.
• Manage development of GTC Control Systems.
• Act as escalation point for Emergency Response and Operational Incidents.
• Manage Emergency Response contracts.
• Manage all electrical connections work requiring Operational Control of GTC’s networks.
• Ensure all operatives are duly authorised to operate on GTC Electrical Networks.

Qualifications

• Any other duties as required by the manager.
• Electrical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Accredited as IEng with a recognised Institution.

Experience / Knowledge

• Experience of Electrical networks and safe operations of electricity networks up to 33kVA.
• Extensive knowledge of Electricity Legislation and regulations.
• Authorised as a GTC HV Control Engineer.

Abilities / Skills

• Able to adapt and prioritise work.
• Excellent Customer Service.

Desirable

• ILM Level 3 or equivalent.
• IOSH qualification.
• Experience of Electrical networks and safe operations of electricity networks up to 132kVA.
• Experience in managing, training and developing engineers.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety Laws.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office programs or equivalent.
• Ability to operate NMS systems.

Conditions of Employment

• Criminal records checked through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) – required for handling sensitive customer data.
• Participation in a standby rota.
• Holding a valid driving licence.

What Can You Expect From Us

• Cost of living annual pay review.
• Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
• Referral payment of £1,000 net of tax for successful referrals.
• Hybrid working for eligible roles.
• Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.

BUUK has an award‑winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer, respecting each other and advocating equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented backgrounds often apply only if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you meet many, but not all, of our requirements, please apply. You can also ask about flexible working options. We reserve the right to close the role early, so encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Other

Industries

Utilities

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