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Ben Edwards

Ben Edwards

Kings Lynn,Norfolk

Summary

Results-oriented professional with 8+ years in the energy sector, progressing from Dual Fuel Engineer to Area Manager. Expertise in installing and maintaining gas and electric meters, with a focus on EV charge point installations. Managed a team of 20 engineers, delivering high-quality installations of ASHP, solar panels, and metering systems. Demonstrated technical excellence and leadership in domestic energy solutions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Repair and Maintenance Operative

Chep
Beeston
09.2015 - 02.2019
  • Maintenance of equipment.
  • Helping to ensure health and safety in the workplace as a health and safety representative.
  • Risk assessments.
  • Health and Safety tours.
  • Repairing pallets.
  • Occasionally helped with supervision.

Smart Meter Installer

Ovo Energy
DEREHAM, Norfolk
03.2017 - 02.2022
  • Delivering an exceptional level of customer service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
  • Working with in a team to achieve high a standard of completion on jobs and high customer satisfaction.
  • Self managing stock to ensure jobs can be completed.
  • Communicating with schedulers/team members and my team leader to improve team efficiency/productivity.
  • Supporting team members to resolve issues
  • Mentoring new team members

Electrician

Octopus energy
Norwich, Norfolk
02.2022 - 10.2023

Installed domestic electric vehicle (EV) charge points at residential properties in line with industry standards and customer requirements.

Conducted site assessments, electrical testing, and ensured all installations met current IET Wiring Regulations (BS 7671) and OLEV grant scheme requirements.

Delivered excellent customer service by clearly explaining system use, safety procedures, and addressing technical queries on-site.

Carried out fault finding, maintenance, and repair work as required, ensuring ongoing compliance and functionality of EV chargers.

Completed all necessary documentation and certification accurately, including Part P notification and test certificates.

Worked both independently and as part of a wider team to support the company’s mission of accelerating the transition to clean, green energy.

Maintained high levels of safety, professionalism, and efficiency in a customer-facing role

Area manager

Octopus Energy
Norwich, Norfolk
12.2023 - 06.2025
  • Key Responsibilities:
    Led day-to-day operations of 20+ multi-site engineering team, ensuring consistent delivery of installations, maintenance, and customer support services.

    Managed workforce scheduling and job allocation to maximise field efficiency and meet service-level agreements.

    Oversaw local stock control and inventory logistics to ensure engineers had the right materials, tools, and equipment for each job.

    Held responsibility for all aspects of team performance, including coaching, conducting formal reviews, and handling disciplinary and attendance issues when necessary.

    Managed engineer expenditure and procurement activity, maintaining cost control within assigned regional budgets.

    Acted as the primary escalation point for operational challenges in the region, resolving issues quickly while ensuring service continuity.

    Maintained strong focus on health, safety, and regulatory compliance, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

    Collaborated with central planning, HR, and supply chain teams to support business growth and operational resilience.

    Delivered ongoing feedback and insights to senior management on regional performance, customer trends, and process improvements.

Education

A-Levels - Electrical installations initial verification

P.Q.M.S LTD
UK
04.2022 - 04.2022

A-Levels - Electrical installtions 18th edition

P.Q.M.S LTD
UK
03.2022 - 03.2022

Apprenticeship - Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer

Utilities Academy
Bolton
07.2018

Security Practitioner - Security

College of West Anglia
2014

Door Supervisor - Security

Elite Security
2014

BTEC - Uniformed Service

College of West Anglia
2013

GCSE -

Litcham High school
2011

Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical Installations

East of England Electrical Training
UK
10.2021 - 12.2023

Skills

  • Key Skills
    Team leadership & staff development

    Operational & workflow management

    Budgeting & cost control

    Stock & inventory management

    Customer service & issue resolution

    Strategic planning & problem-solving

    Compliance & risk management

    Effective communication & coordination

    Time management & prioritisation

    Adaptability & self-motivation

Qualifications

Litcham High School

GCSE

  • English literature - C
  • English Language - C
  • Maths - C
  • Science - C
  • Physical education - B

Functional Skills

  • English - Level 2
  • I.C.T - Level 2

College of West Anglia

  • Level 3 Uniformed Service Diploma
  • Level 3 Uniformed Service Extended Diploma
  • Level 2 Security Practitioner
  • Level 2 Health and Fitness
  • Level 2 Personal and Social development
  • Level 1 Personal development in the Outdoor Industry
  • Level 1 Lifestyle Management

Elite Security

  • Level 2 Door Supervisor

Utilities Academy

  • CMA1
  • MET1
  • 1.1/1.2/1.3 MOCOPA trained

PQMS

  • 18th Edition
  • Initial verification lvl 3
  • Part P

NGEO

  • Lvl 3 Electrical installations diploma

IOSH

  • Investigations


Timeline

Area manager

Octopus Energy
12.2023 - 06.2025

A-Levels - Electrical installations initial verification

P.Q.M.S LTD
04.2022 - 04.2022

A-Levels - Electrical installtions 18th edition

P.Q.M.S LTD
03.2022 - 03.2022

Electrician

Octopus energy
02.2022 - 10.2023

Diploma of Higher Education - Electrical Installations

East of England Electrical Training
10.2021 - 12.2023

Smart Meter Installer

Ovo Energy
03.2017 - 02.2022

Repair and Maintenance Operative

Chep
09.2015 - 02.2019

Door Supervisor - Security

Elite Security

BTEC - Uniformed Service

College of West Anglia

Apprenticeship - Dual Fuel Smart Meter Installer

Utilities Academy

Security Practitioner - Security

College of West Anglia

GCSE -

Litcham High school
Ben Edwards