Site Supervisor & Electrical Install & Commissioning & Airport Baggage Systems

Wise Technical Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical company in the UK is seeking a Site Supervisor to manage electrical installation and system commissioning at airport baggage handling environments. The role involves ensuring safety compliance, leading teams, and producing accurate reporting in a high-pressure, secured setting. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of supervisory experience in electrical work, including 2 years in airport baggage systems. Certifications in electrical installation and safety protocols are required. Weekend shifts may be necessary.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical and test commissioning site supervision.
• At least 2 years in airport baggage systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of airport operations and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift operations for electrical installations and system commissioning.
• Supervise installation works including containment and wiring activities.
• Write and enforce Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
• Produce accurate daily reports on project progress and compliance.
• Communicate effectively with project management and stakeholders.

Skills

Team Leadership

Communication

Electrical Installation

Safety Compliance

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent

SSSTS or SMSTS

Valid ECS or CSCS card

Job description

To lead and manage day shift site operations for electrical installation and system commissioning activities within an airport baggage handling environment. The Days/Nights Site Supervisor will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of site tasks, while maintaining accurate reporting and team coordination in a highly regulated and secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership & Briefings – Set work teams to task at the start of each shift.
• Team Leadership & Briefings – Deliver clear and concise toolbox talks, ensuring all operatives are briefed on tasks, hazards, and controls.
• Team Leadership & Briefings – Confirm that all personnel sign in and out correctly and are accounted for during the shift.
• Installation & Commissioning Oversight – Supervise electrical installation works, including containment, wiring, terminations, and power-up activities.
• Installation & Commissioning Oversight – Oversee system commissioning activities and ensure adherence to commissioning schedules and procedures.
• Installation & Commissioning Oversight – Liaise with OEMs, integrators, and specialist contractors as required.
• Safety & Compliance – Write and enforce Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all relevant activities.
• Safety & Compliance – Monitor site works for H&S compliance, addressing unsafe practices immediately and reporting near misses/incidents.
• Safety & Compliance – Ensure all site personnel hold relevant certification and are working in accordance with their competencies.
• Reporting & Communication – Produce accurate and timely daily reports capturing: Progress of workstreams against project plans; Health & safety observations and compliance; Site issues, delays, and mitigating actions.
• Reporting & Communication – Communicate effectively with project management, stakeholders, and airport personnel as needed.

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• SSSTS or SMSTS (mandatory).
• Valid ECS or CSCS card (appropriate level).
• Airport Security Pass eligibility (including full background checks).
• Manual Handling, Working at Height, and Emergency First Aid (desirable).
• Previous experience supervising in a live airport environment, ideally within Heathrow baggage systems.

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in electrical and test commissioning site supervision, with at least 2 years in airport baggage systems (preferred).
• Strong understanding of airport operations, safety protocols, and stakeholder coordination.
• Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings, RAMS, and commissioning plans.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a high-pressure, live operational environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Working Conditions

• Full-time, day/night shift position.
• Based on-site at Heathrow Airport or equivalent secure airport environment.
• Work may include weekends and bank holidays based on project needs.
• Airside access may be required – must meet clearance and induction requirements.