Electrical Site Supervisor (Solar PV)

Matchtech; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation support

Expense reimbursement for travel and O

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting for an Electrical Site Supervisor to support a utility-scale Solar PV project at Leicester. The role monitors construction progress, verifies compliance with RAMS and drawings, reviews contractor docs, and assists the Project Manager with EPC/ICP obligations.

The ideal candidate will have an electrical engineering qualification, 3+ years on-site, CDM health & safety knowledge, and a full UK driving licence. Solar PV experience is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' site-based experience.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and health & safety.
• Experience supervising electrical installation in infra/renewables.
• Solar PV project experience desirable: PV modules, MV stations, cables, grid, commissioning.
• SMSTS or NEC4 Supervision Accreditation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction progress against programme and provide regular progress updates.
• Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, approved procedures and RAMS.
• Assess quality of works against approved ITPs and inspection records.
• Review contractor documentation including RAMS, Traffic Management Plans and Construction Management Plans.
• Support the Project Manager in the administration of EPC and ICP contract obligations.
• Prepare weekly site supervision reports covering progress, HSE statistics, labour and plant utilisation.
• Conduct H&S audits, observations, and support CDM compliance activities.
• Identify, log, and manage non-conformities (NCRs).
• Carry out snagging inspections and oversee resolution of defects.
• Monitor electrical commissioning and grid connection activities.
• Support milestone verification and project acceptance activities.
• Liaise with contractors, project stakeholders, and environmental representatives.

Skills

Site supervision

Electrical engineering

Health & safety

CDM Regulations

Driving licence

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

SMSTS

NEC4 Supervision Accreditation

Job description

Electrical Site Supervisor (Solar PV)

Location: Leicester

Rate: Up to 64.93 per hour (Inside IR35)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Sector: Renewable Energy / Solar PV Construction

Travel: Client can support on Accommodation

We are recruiting for a contract Electrical Site Supervisor to support the delivery of a utility scale Solar PV project based at Leicester. This is a great opportunity to join a high profile renewable energy development and play a key role in ensuring safe, compliant, and high quality project execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor construction progress against programme and provide regular progress updates.
• Verify compliance with project specifications, drawings, approved procedures and RAMS.
• Assess quality of works against approved ITPs and inspection records.
• Review contractor documentation including RAMS, Traffic Management Plans and Construction Management Plans.
• Support the Project Manager in the administration of EPC and ICP contract obligations.
• Prepare weekly site supervision reports covering progress, HSE statistics, labour and plant utilisation.
• Conduct H&S audits, observations, and support CDM compliance activities.
• Identify, log, and manage non-conformities (NCRs).
• Carry out snagging inspections and oversee resolution of defects.
• Monitor electrical commissioning and grid connection activities.
• Support milestone verification and project acceptance activities.
• Liaise with contractors, project stakeholders, and environmental representatives.

Requirements

• Electrical Engineering qualification.
• Minimum 3 years' relevant site based experience.
• Strong understanding of CDM Regulations and construction health & safety requirements.
• Experience supervising electrical installation activities within infrastructure, renewables, or energy projects.
• Solar PV project experience highly desirable, including:
  • PV module installation
  • MV stations
  • Cable installation and testing
  • Grid connection works
  • Electrical commissioning
• SMSTS, NEC4 Supervision Accreditation, or similar qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Additional Information

• 40-hour working week.
• Expenses for accommodation, vehicle, and fuel reimbursed at cost where approved.
• Candidates must confirm:
  • Current location.
  • Availability to start.
  • Whether accommodation would be required for the duration of the assignment.

Interested?

If you have the electrical construction and site supervision experience required and are available for your next contract, we would like to hear from you.