General Manager

Job Specification – General Manager (Scaffolding Solution Delivery)

Position: General Manager – National Scaffolding Solution

Employer: Green Energy Access Solutions

Location: National

Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 per annum + benefits

Role Overview

Green Energy Access Solutions is seeking a driven and experienced General Manager to lead the delivery of a National Scaffolding Solution in partnership with Octopus Energy Services. This role requires a strong leader with proven operational, commercial, and client management skills, who can establish and scale a nationwide service in line with our safety, efficiency, innovation, customer experience and sustainability standards.

While previous scaffolding and access industry experience is highly valued and preferable, it is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with transferable leadership and operations management expertise who are eager to develop and deliver a best-in-class scaffolding solution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and nationwide rollout of a scaffolding solution to support Octopus Energy Services

• Ensure compliance with all relevant health & safety standards, regulations, and company procedures

• Build and manage a high-performing team, including recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development

• Deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget, maintaining operational excellence across multiple sites

• Oversee financial performance including P&L, budgeting, and cost control

• Build and nurture long-term relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and contractors

• Ensure that customer focus and customer experience remain central to service delivery, embedding a culture of responsiveness, professionalism, and continuous improvement

• Drive innovation in scaffolding methods, systems, and operational delivery to enhance efficiency, safety, and customer outcomes

• Promote continuous improvement across all aspects of service quality

Key Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Strong leadership and operational management background

• Proven track record in delivering national or large-scale operational solutions

• Excellent commercial awareness, including budgeting, cost control, and client negotiations

• High-level communication, stakeholder engagement, and relationship management skills

• Demonstrable experience in managing teams across multiple locations

• Proven customer focus skills and attributes, with a strong record of delivering outstanding customer experience

• Evidence of innovation in operations, processes, or service delivery

• Full UK Driving Licence

Preferable (but not essential):

• Scaffolding and access industry experience

• Knowledge of NASC TG20:22 (scaffold compliance) and SG4:22 (fall prevention)

• CIRS (Construction Industry Scaffolders Record Scheme) qualification

• NEBOSH General Certificate (or IOSH Managing Safely as a minimum)

• CISRS Supervisor/Advanced Scaffolder/Manager Card

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with the ability to scale operations nationally

• Strong commitment to safety and compliance

• Results-driven with a focus on efficiency and performance

• Innovative mindset, with the ability to challenge the status quo and introduce new ways of working

• Customer-centric, ensuring customer focus and experience are at the heart of decision-making and operations

• Inspirational leader with a collaborative and inclusive management style

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: £80,000 – £100,000 per annum or DOE

• Company vehicle

• Company pension scheme

• Additional benefits as per company policy

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