IMPORTANT: This Advertiser has requested that applicants MUST be National Residents / Valid Work Permit-holders. Other applicants need not apply.
JOB OPPORTUNITY IN HAMPSHIRE: Branch Manager
Ref: HBM0211
Southern Solar Ltd is an expanding solar energy installation company.
We design and install solar thermal and solar electric systems for domestic, public sector and commercial clients.
Providing a high quality, professional service with an emphasis on customer satisfaction,
we are looking for an outstanding candidate to develop and operate a new branch based in Hampshire. This positive and motivated team leader will have a good practical understanding of construction, sales and renewable technologies enabling them to build, organize and co-ordinate the sales and installation team.
Job Description
· Build, develop and lead a new team in Hampshire
· Build domestic sales orders and establish relationships with key commercial clients
· Responsible for branch financial control and meet financial targets
· Responsible for branch Health and Safety compliance
· Responsible for branch legal compliance
· Overseeing job scheduling
· Ensuring all staff are managed and motivated to meet the company mission statement
· Ensuring compliance with Quality Management systems
· Liaising with the managing director and ensure the branch is in line with companywide policy
· Managing branch HR function
· Maintaining a business culture that is in line with Southern Solar's ethos.
EXPERIENCE
Essential
· Strong team building and leadership skills
· At least 2 years experience of management in a construction, installation or service related business.
· A proven track record in sales to domestic and/or commercial clients
· Proven ability to manage a budget
Desirable
· Practical experience of general plumbing, electrical and building works
· Knowledge of solar thermal and electric systems
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
· Excellent IT skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
· Excellent social and communication skills
· Excellent writing and presentation skills
Desirable
· Management and leadership training
· Degree level qualification 2.2 or above
· Financial control training
· Health and Safety training
· Sales training
· CSCS supervisor card
CHARACTER
Essential
· Proven ability to show leadership and vision
· Proven track record in managing projects, people and self
· Proactive attitude to problem solving
· Responsive to the needs of others
· Self-confident
OTHER
Essential
· Able to work a range of hours with occasional overnight stays
· Enthusiasm for renewable energies
· Full clean driving licence.
Benefits and Remuneration
· A salary of £28k-35k depending on experience
· Company bonus scheme
· Training opportunities
· 25 days paid holiday excluding bank holidays
· Option on stakeholder pension
· Mobile phone
· Company vehicle or 40p/mile allowance
To apply, please send a CV and covering letter detailing your skills and experience in relation to each of the points in the job description, along with 2 references, your present annual salary and HBM0211 in the subject line to: jobs@southernsolar.co.uk
Closing date Wednesday 16 Feb 2011
Interview date: Monday 28 Feb 2011
