Aaron Sears
Dunstable,Bedfordshire
Summary
Commercially focused & electrically astute
Operations and Contracts Manager with over 12 years’ experience leading business operations, contract delivery, commercial growth and client relationship management across commercial, industrial, manufacturing and high-end residential sectors.
Having successfully established, grown and managed two electrical contracting businesses, I have developed extensive experience in operational leadership, financial management, contract
mobilisation, business development, procurement, compliance and people management.
Throughout my career I have taken full responsibility for business performance, overseeing everything from winning new work and negotiating contracts through to project delivery, profitability, workforce planning and client retention. Built long-term relationships with internationally recognised organisations by consistently delivering high-quality projects safely, on programme and within budget. This has resulted in repeat business, long-term maintenance agreements and strategic client partnerships across multiple UK sites.
My leadership experience includes managing teams of employed engineers, apprentices and specialist subcontractors, mentoring future industry professionals, implementing robust health
and safety systems, maintaining regulatory compliance and creating a culture centred on accountability, professionalism and continuous improvement.
Alongside my commercial and operational responsibilities, I have remained technically accountable as an NICEIC Qualified Supervisor, ensuring the highest standards of quality assurance, statutory compliance and customer satisfaction across every project delivered.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Director | Operations, Commercial & Contract Manag
Green Grid Electrical Ltd
Dunstable, Bedfordshire
2024.02 - Current
Founded and lead Green Grid Electrical, NICEIC Approved electrical contracting business delivering commercial, industrial and high-end residential projects throughout South East. As Director, I hold overall responsibility for strategic direction, operational performance and commercial success of the business. I oversee all aspects of contract delivery, financial performance, client relationship management and regulatory compliance while maintaining accountability as the company’s NICEIC Qualified Supervisor.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operation of business.
- Develop new business opportunities and secure long-term commercial contracts.
- Prepare tenders, quotations and project costings.
- Negotiate directly with commercial clients and key stakeholders.
- Manage project delivery from enquiry through to completion.
- Oversee procurement, supplier relationships and cost control.
- Led employed engineers, apprentices and specialist subcontractors.
- Manage business finances, forecasting and profitability.
- Maintained NICEIC compliance, certification and technical standards.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget. Key Achievements
- Increased business turnover to £162,773 and profit to £42,841 in 2025. 2nd year of business.
- Expanded long-term relationships with commercial clients through repeat business and planned maintenance agreements.
- Continued development of long-term partnership/s with Huel across multiple UK locations.
- Successfully delivered commercial, industrial and heritage projects ranging from reactive maintenance to contracts valued in excess of £20,000
- *Established and upheld strong reputation/s for quality, professionalism, and client service.
- Conducted regular audits for quality assurance and control purposes.
- Championed sustainability efforts within for promoting environmentally friendly practices.
- Conducted regular audits for quality assurance and control purposes.
Director, Operations Manager, QS
Sears Brother's Electrical Services
Flitwick, Central Bedfordshire
2016.11 - 2024.02
Founded, developed and successfully managed Sears Brother's Electrical Services, growing the business into a respected commercial electrical contractor with annual turnover approaching
£500,000.
Held full responsibility for operational leadership, commercial management, financial performance, workforce development and contract delivery while building a loyal client base through repeat business and long-term relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Directed all operational and commercial activities across the business.
- Developed business strategy and growth opportunities.
- Secured and managed commercial contracts.
- Prepared estimates, tenders and client proposals.
- Managed budgets, procurement and financial performance.
- Planned labour resources across multiple concurrent projects.
- Managed employed electricians, apprentices and subcontractors.
- Led client meetings and maintained long-term commercial relationships.
- Oversaw quality assurance, compliance and Health & Safety.
- Managed project delivery from pre-construction through to completion and final certification.
Key Achievements
- Increased annual turnover to approximately £500,000.
- Managed teams of up to 11 personnel; including both site & office based staff.
- Delivered contracts valued up to approximately £300,000.
- Successfully managed £100,000 electrical refurbishment of Bletsoe Castle.
- Secured £300,000 Domestic Lenwell compliance programme.
- Developed Huel into a long-term key account following an emergency breakdown attendance.
- Trained and mentored apprentices through JTL apprenticeship scheme, supporting
progression into fully qualified electricians and supervisory positions. - Built a reputation for delivering high-quality work that generated repeat business and client
referrals.
Electrical Supervisor
Electrafit
Luton, Bedfordshire
2011.01 - 2016.11
Promoted into a supervisory role delivering domestic, commercial and industrial electrical projects across a wide range of sectors. Responsible for coordinating site operations, leading installation teams
and ensuring projects were delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical standards. This role provided the foundation for the transition into business ownership by developing my own leadership, planning and client management skills alongside technical expertise.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervised electrical installation teams across multiple live projects.
- Planned daily works and allocated labour resources.
- Coordinated subcontractors and specialist trades.
- Liaised directly with clients, site managers and principal contractors.
- Managed material procurement and site logistics.
- Carried out quality inspections, testing and commissioning.
- Ensured compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company procedures.
- Mentored apprentices and junior electricians.
- Supported successful project delivery from installation through to final handover.
Key Achievements
- Successfully progressed from installation electrician into a supervisory position.
- Built strong leadership, planning and communication skills.
- Delivered commercial and industrial projects within programme and budget constraints.
- Developed the operational and management experience that enabled the successful launch of my own business.
Apprentice Electrician / Electrician
Instalec
Luton, Bedfordshire
2005.08 - 2011.01
Completed full electrical apprenticeship before progressing to fully qualified electrician, gaining extensive experience across commercial, industrial and domestic environments.
Developed a strong technical foundation in electrical installation, fault finding, inspection and testing while working alongside experienced engineers on a wide variety of projects. This period established the practical knowledge, work ethic and professional standards that have underpinned my subsequent career in supervision, business ownership and operational leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Electrical installation within domestic, commercial and industrial environments.
- Fault diagnosis and rectification.
- Installation of lighting, power and three-phase systems.
- Inspection, testing and commissioning.
- Planned and reactive maintenance.
- Customer liaison and client service.
- Compliance with BS 7671 and current industry regulations.
- Safe working practices and continuous professional development.
Key Achievements
- Successfully completion of modern full electrical apprenticeship.
- Qualified electrically while gaining broad experience across multiple sectors.
- Built strong technical and professional foundations that supported progression into supervisory and leadership positions.
- Developed a reputation for reliability, professionalism and high-quality workmanship.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical
Barnfield College
Luton 2005.08 - 2009.01
Skills
- Commercial Leadership
- Full P&L Responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, commercial reporting, cost control and profitability management
- Business Growth & Strategic Planning
- Tendering, Estimating & Contract Negotiation
- Procurement & Supplier Management
- Operations Management/Project Governance
- End-to-End Contract Mobilisation & Delivery
- Programme Planning & Resource Allocation/Workforce Planning
- Risk Management & Issue Resolution
- Client Relationship & Key Account Management
- Recruitment & Onboarding
- Leadership of Engineers, Apprentices & Subcontractors, including trainee development
- Health and Safety Leadership & Management
- Developing Positive Working Cultures
- NICEIC Qualified Supervisor
- Regulatory Compliance & Technical Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Commercial & Industrial Electrical Systems - Electrically Astute
Representative Client Portfolio
Huel (2020 – Present)
Developed an initial emergency breakdown into a long-term strategic client relationship supporting Huel’s electrical compliance and project delivery across four UK locations. Responsible for planned maintenance, statutory compliance, EICRs, PAT testing, emergency lighting, electrical upgrades and capital projects at Tring Headquarters, London, Birmingham and the Milton Keynes Production Facility.
Successfully delivered a £20,000 400amp panel board upgrasde in 2021
Successfully delivered a £60,000 EV infrastructure project in 2024
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Lenwell (2020-2023)
Managed a large-scale electrical compliance programme valued at approximately £300,000, delivering EICRs and remedial works across a substantial residential property portfolio. The strength of the relationship subsequently resulted in the former owner appointing us to complete a £20,000 renovation of his private residence.
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Bletsoe Castle (2022-2023)
Managed the complete electrical refurbishment of a Grade II listed manor house and associated outbuildings, delivering a project valued at approximately £100,000. Successfully coordinated programme delivery while maintaining the standards expected when working within a heritage property. ⸻
Signature Flatbreads (2021-2023)
Delivered over 50 planned and reactive maintenance projects within a live food manufacturing environment across a three-year period. Responsibilities included production line relocations, infrastructure upgrades, planned preventative maintenance, reactive maintenance, electrical installations and statutory compliance, all undertaken under strict permit-to-work procedures and food manufacturing controls. ⸻
Scale Space, White City (2026)
Delivered a commercial emergency lighting remedial programme valued at approximately £24,000, working within occupied office, laboratory and innovation environments while maintaining compliance and minimising operational disruption.
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Nissan (2020 -2026)
Delivered back to back EICR compliance visits over a 5 year period for Paddington, whilst also completing a high end EV infrastrucure installation at Cranfield amongst other smaller installations.
Frank Bruno Foundation (2021 - present)
Delivered electrical compliance, CCTV installations and ongoing maintenance support for the charity, alongside several private residential projects for Frank Bruno. This relationship reflects the trust developed through consistently delivering high-quality work across both charitable and private sectors.
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Career Highlights
* Over 20 years’ experience delivering operational, commercial and technical leadership, for high end projects.
* Successfully founded, grew and managed two electrical contracting businesses.
* Increased annual business turnover to approximately £500,000.
* Achieved £162,773 turnover and £42,841 profit at Green Grid Electrical during 2025 - 2nd year of business
* Managed contracts valued up to approximately £300,000.
* Successfully delivered a £100,000 Grade II listed heritage refurbishment.
* Built and retained long-term commercial relationships with clients including Huel, expanding
from a single reactive breakdown into a multi-site national account.
* Led teams of up to 11 employees and subcontractors across multiple concurrent projects.
* Recruited, trained and mentored apprentices through the JTL apprenticeship scheme,
supporting progression into fully qualified electricians and supervisory positions.
* Managed operational planning, procurement, commercial reporting, client communications,
compliance, quality assurance and workforce development.
* Developed experience working within manufacturing, logistics, automotive, commercial office,
heritage, education, healthcare and charity environments.
Certification
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS & ACCREDITATIONS
* NVQ Level 3 – Electrical Installation
*2391 Test & Inspection
* AM2 Competency Assessment
* City & Guilds 2391 – Inspection & Testing
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671)
* EV Charging Installation Qualification (Industry Equivalent)
* IPAF Certified
* ECS Gold Card - APPROVED
* NICEIC Qualified Supervisor
* Director – NICEIC Approved Contractor
* Full UK Driving Licence
Leadership Philosophy
I believe successful operational leadership is built on trust, accountability and consistency.
Throughout my career I have focused on developing long-term client relationships, building
capable teams and creating a culture where quality, professionalism and safety are non-
negotiable.
Whether leading apprentices through their first years in the industry or managing high-value
commercial contracts, my approach has always remained the same: communicate clearly, lead
by example and deliver on commitments.
Community & Professional Involvement
Outside of commercial work, I have remained committed to supporting local organisations and
charitable initiatives.
Green Grid Electrical has provided ongoing support for local schools through electrical works
associated with annual fireworks displays and Christmas events.
We have also completed both voluntary for the Frank Bruno Mental Health Foundation, including electrical compliance, CCTV installations and maintenance works.
About Me
Outside of work, I am a dedicated father of three and place great importance on family life. I
enjoy glassblowing/lampworking and gardening, where precision, creativity and continuous learning are
essential—qualities that closely reflect my professional approach to leadership and project
delivery.
I believe in leading by example, developing people and building long-term relationships based on
trust, accountability and professionalism. Whether mentoring apprentices, supporting clients or
delivering complex projects, I take pride in maintaining high standards and continually looking for
opportunities to improve.
Timeline
Director | Operations, Commercial & Contract Manag
Green Grid Electrical Ltd
2024.02 - Current
Director, Operations Manager, QS
Sears Brother's Electrical Services
2016.11 - 2024.02
Electrical Supervisor
Electrafit
2011.01 - 2016.11
Apprentice Electrician / Electrician
Instalec
2005.08 - 2011.01
NVQ Level 3 - Electrical
Barnfield College
2005.08 - 2009.01