Electrical Installation and Commissioning Supervisor

Taylor Hopkinson; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 35,460 - 55,160; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Hopkinson is seeking an E&I Installation and Commissioning Supervisor for a major offshore wind developer in Poland. The role centers on supervising installation, testing, commissioning, and safety across multi-contractor interfaces on offshore sites.

The ideal candidate will hold a engineering degree and have proven offshore experience with HV/LV systems, control, SCADA, and cables. Strong leadership and communication skills are required for successful handover and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher is required.
• Proven experience installing, testing and commissioning HV/LV electrical systems offshore.
• Experience with control, SCADA, network and communication systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate effective communication between site activities, installation management and back-office functions.
• Witness key testing phases (FAT, SAT, SIT, OSAT, OSIT) and supervise testing activities.
• Lead safety culture, ensure LOTO and energisation checks are followed.
• Coordinate cross-contractor interfaces and ensure timely project progress and reporting.
• Oversee equipment delivery, installation, and handover documentation.

Skills

Electrical systems

Offshore experience

SCADA networks

HV/LV systems

Safety culture

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Testing equipment familiarity

Job description

E&I Installation and Commissioning Supervisor required for a Major Offshore Wind developer in Poland.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate constructive, fact-based communication between site activities, installation & commissioning management, and back-office functions.
• Provide observation-based feedback on progress, quality, and risks to support accurate forecasting and project planning.
• Act as a role model for safe behaviour, promoting a strong safety culture across contractors, sub‑contractors, and visitors.
• Engage with contractors and foremen to identify issues affecting quality and progress, and collaborate on mitigation plans.
• Facilitate alignment meetings between back‑office engineers and on‑site contractor teams.
• Report system‑specific progress, quality, and risks to management.
• Review contractor ITPs and test procedures, and witness all key testing phases (FAT, SAT, SIT, OSAT, OSIT).
• Supervise equipment delivery, ensuring damages or shortages are recorded and addressed.
• Oversee handling, installation, cable pulling and termination, ensuring compliance with CtF and CtQ requirements.
• Coordinate cross‑contractor interfaces and collaboration on site.
• Supervise mechanical completion and qualification of installed systems (HV, LV, communication cables).
• Execute LV/HV Authorised Person duties, including electrical safety, LOTO, and energisation checks.
• Support substation operations, inductions, daily coordination, and safety drills.
• Execute inspections and tests prior to system handover.
• Ensure completion and close‑out of punches and commissioning documentation.
• Provide lessons learned and continuous improvement feedback based on NCRs and site observations.
• Observe, intervene, and report on HSE matters in line with site requirements and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher within a relevant engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in installation, testing, and commissioning of high and low voltage electrical systems.
• Experience in electromechanical and multidiscipline systems.
• Experience in control, SCADA, network, and communication systems.
• Strong experience working on offshore and/or substation projects.
• Competence across dynamic systems, components, cables, and associated equipment.
• Valid safety and medical certifications.
• Ability to lead, coordinate, and collaborate effectively across multiple contractors and stakeholders.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and structured communication.
• Capability to deliver clear reporting on progress, risks, and system status.