General Manager (Scaffolding Solution Delivery)

United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Renewable Energy, Construction, Scaffolding ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have a strong leadership and operational management background with a proven track record in delivering national or large-scale operational solutions. Excellent commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control, and client negotiations, is required, along with high-level communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills. Demonstrable experience in managing teams across multiple locations, proven customer focus skills, and evidence of innovation in operations are essential. A full UK Driving Licence is also required. Preferable qualifications include scaffolding and access industry experience, knowledge of NASC TG20:22 and SG4:22, a CIRS qualification, a NEBOSH General Certificate or IOSH Managing Safely, and a CISRS Supervisor/Advanced Scaffolder/Manager Card.

Responsibilities

The General Manager will lead the development and nationwide rollout of a scaffolding solution, ensuring compliance with all health & safety standards, regulations, and company procedures. This role involves building and managing a high-performing team, delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget, and overseeing financial performance including P&L, budgeting, and cost control. Key responsibilities also include building and nurturing long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring customer focus and excellent customer experience, and driving innovation in scaffolding methods and operational delivery to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer outcomes. The role requires promoting continuous improvement across all aspects of service quality.

Skills

Operational Leadership

National Scaling

Team Building

Project Delivery

Health & Safety Compliance

Financial Management

P&L Management

Budgeting

Cost Control

Client Relationship Management

Stakeholder Management

Contractor Management

Customer Experience

Innovation

Process Improvement

Scaffolding

Octopus Energy

Provides affordable green energy solutions

About Octopus Energy

Octopus Energy provides affordable green energy solutions to households and businesses across multiple countries, including the UK, US, Japan, Germany, New Zealand, and Australia. The company focuses on the renewable energy market and utilizes technology and data to enhance its services. Its main product offerings include direct energy sales to consumers and the licensing of its proprietary Kraken technology platform to other energy providers. This platform helps streamline energy management and improve customer experience. Unlike many competitors, Octopus Energy emphasizes sustainability and offers additional services such as electric vehicle solutions. The company's goal is to make green energy accessible and affordable while promoting the use of renewable resources.

London, United KingdomHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

$2,476.6MTotal Funding

GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, EnergyIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

401(k) Company Match

Parental Leave

Flexible Work Hours

Company Equity

OE Group Share Scheme

Risks

Increased competition in renewable energy may impact market share.

Rapid international expansion exposes Octopus to geopolitical risks.

£3 billion repayment to UK government could strain financial resources.

Differentiation

Octopus Energy's Kraken platform optimizes energy usage for zero-bill homes.

The company leads in electric aircraft charging with AeroVolt collaboration.

Octopus Energy's global reach includes partnerships in Brazil and Japan.

Upsides

'Zero Bills' initiative could revolutionize sustainable living in the UK.

Partnership with Energisa opens South American renewable energy market.

Investment in Ocergy enhances offshore wind capabilities globally.

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