Electrical MEP Site Supervisor – Client-Facing Role

1st Step; Marchwood; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

1st Step Solutions is recruiting an experienced MEP Supervisor/Site Manager (Electrical Bias) for a 12 Month+ contract in Southampton. You will oversee MEP works, manage electrical trades, and maintain safe practices on site while coordinating with the client and labour teams.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), CSCS Gold Card, 18th Edition, and SSSTS/SMSTS. Strong leadership and proactive problem solving are essential.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 electrical qualification or equivalent.
• CSCS Gold Card required.
• 18th Edition knowledge.
• SSSTS/SMSTS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with colleagues and supervisors on timeframe and labour requirement.
• Support with mechanical compliance, coordinate the MEP works.
• Respond to electrical issues as they occur.
• Oversee direct labour or electrical subcontractors.
• Complete mechanical site safety audits and electrical completion paperwork.
• Ensure safe working practices and electrical safety rules are followed by Electrical Sub-Contractors on site.
• Reporting on a daily basis with site issues or progression.
• Assist teams with resolving matters arising.
• Identify corrective actions and implementation of countermeasures to maximise productivity.
• Ensure materials and consumables are identified, sourced and delivered in a timely manner to minimise project disruptions.
• Maintain effective health and safety systems, including risk assessments, method statements, toolbox talks.

Skills

People management

Proactive thinking

Organised

Communication

Literacy

Education

City and Guilds NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

CSCS Approved Electrician Gold Card

18th Edition

SSSTS/SMSTS

Job description

1st Step Solutions is recruiting an experienced MEP Supervisor/Site Manager (Electrical Bias) for a 12 Month+ contract in Southampton. You will oversee MEP works, manage electrical trades, and maintain safe practices on site while coordinating with the client and labour teams.

The role requires NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent), CSCS Gold Card, 18th Edition, and SSSTS/SMSTS. Strong leadership and proactive problem solving are essential.