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Ewen Maclean

Southport,Merseyside

Summary

ALIGNMENT WITH HEAD OF PRIVATE DIVISION ROLE AT NEXT ENERGY

Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to build and scale new business divisions, lead cross-functional teams, and deliver commercial results in the domestic retrofit market.


Entrepreneurial Mindset: Experienced in greenfield leadership roles—comfortable with autonomy, pace, and accountability.


Customer Focus: Expert in mapping and optimising the homeowner journey, from initial enquiry through to post-installation support and retention.


Operational Excellence: Strong record of process improvement, compliance, and delivery against ambitious growth targets.


Team Builder: Skilled in recruiting, training, and motivating high-performing teams in sales, surveying, and customer service.


Commercial Acumen: Deep understanding of pricing, profitability, and financial planning in the home energy sector.


Hands-On Approach: Comfortable working independently, collaborating across departments, and reporting to senior leadership.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Operations Director

JEL Renewables
Southport, Merseyside
05.2022 - Current
  • Established and directed a high-performing division, delivering domestic and commercial Solar PV and EV charging solutions across UK
  • Consistently exceeded growth and customer satisfaction targets through strategic initiatives.
  • Designed and executed go-to-market strategies for new products, encompassing pricing and lead generation.
  • Optimised customer journey mapping and sales processes to enhance conversion rates.
  • Developed and expanded a team across surveying, installation, customer service and sales functions.
  • Instilled a culture of accountability and transparency to drive performance results.
  • Achieved double-digit revenue growth and increased profitability
  • Ensured compliance with all industry regulations, health and safety protocols, and quality standards.

Operations Manager/Director

EEC SOLAR
Southport, Merseyside
11.2012 - 10.2020
  • Spearheaded operational delivery of domestic and commercial solar PV projects, biomass, air source heat pumps, and solar thermal systems within budget and deadlines.
  • Established Biomass and ASHP divisions from inception, driving organisational growth.
  • Optimised processes to increase lead conversion rates and reduce project timelines.
  • Developed compliance procedures in accordance with industry regulations while contributing to CRM task automation.
  • Directed extensive council group buying schemes across UK, achieving high customer satisfaction and quality scores.

Owner

Elite Home Improvments
Glasgow / Preston
06.2004 - 10.2012
  • Founded and scaled home improvements business specialising in kitchen and bathroom installations.
  • Managed all business aspects, including sales, installation, customer service, project delivery, and compliance.
  • Developed comprehensive strategies to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Store Manager

Phones4u
Glasgow, Glasgow City
06.2000 - 05.2004
  • Drove sales excellence by overseeing team performance in high-volume retail environments.
  • Motivated team members to exceed targets, resulting in improved area performance.
  • Achieved rapid promotion from sales advisor to store manager within six months.
  • Ensured 100% compliance during audits to maintain operational standards.

Sales Advisor

Universal Energy
Glasgow, Glasgow City
02.1999 - 06.2000

Door-to-door promotion of deregulated gas and electricity contracts

Education

Scottish Highers - Secondary School

Nicholson Institute
Western Isles
08.1990 - 05.1996

Skills

  • Budget and financial management
  • Operations and project management
  • Quality assurance and reporting
  • Strategic planning and compliance
  • Operational efficiency
  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Customer Service

Certification

IOSH Managing Safely

IOSH Safety Health and Environment for Construction Site Managers




Currently Studying for 18th Edition

Timeline

Operations Director

JEL Renewables
05.2022 - Current

Operations Manager/Director

EEC SOLAR
11.2012 - 10.2020

Owner

Elite Home Improvments
06.2004 - 10.2012

Store Manager

Phones4u
06.2000 - 05.2004

Sales Advisor

Universal Energy
02.1999 - 06.2000

Scottish Highers - Secondary School

Nicholson Institute
08.1990 - 05.1996
Ewen Maclean