Electrical Site Lead – Grid & Power Projects

Metlen Plc; Torness; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

METLEN Energy & Metals in Torness, Scotland, seeks an Electrical Site Supervisor to lead on-site electrical construction for the EGL1 Project. You will oversee installations, subcontractors and site teams to ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence.

Requirements include a technical diploma/degree in electrical engineering, 5+ years in electrical construction, strong leadership and fluency in English; familiarity with UK HSE regulations is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in electrical engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years in electrical construction projects; supervising installation works and site teams.
• Strong command of English; familiarity with UK construction and HSE regulations is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Supervising and coordinating day-to-day electrical construction activities on site.
• Leading electrical subcontractors and site teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of works.
• Ensuring all electrical installations meet project specifications, drawings, procedures and standards.
• Monitoring workforce productivity, construction progress, and site performance against schedule.
• Identifying and escalating technical issues, site constraints, and potential delays; supporting resolution.
• Verifying availability of materials, tools and equipment for electrical works.
• Conducting regular site inspections and ensuring quality control compliance.
• Supporting testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and handover activities.
• Coordinating with engineering, construction, quality and HSE teams for smooth project execution.
• Preparing daily and weekly progress reports and maintaining site records.
• Promoting and enforcing health, safety and environmental performance on site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

METLEN Energy & Metals in Torness, Scotland, seeks an Electrical Site Supervisor to lead on-site electrical construction for the EGL1 Project. You will oversee installations, subcontractors and site teams to ensure safety, quality and schedule adherence.

Requirements include a technical diploma/degree in electrical engineering, 5+ years in electrical construction, strong leadership and fluency in English; familiarity with UK HSE regulations is advantageous.