Electrical Substation Site Supervisor (11kV–132kV)

Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks; Greater London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare discounts

Gym memberships

Online GP and wellbeing support

Cycle to Work scheme

Family leave benefits

Job summary

SSE is seeking a Site Supervisor to join our in-house construction team across the South of England. You will lead capital projects replacing 11kV–132kV assets at substations, manage site teams, and uphold health, safety and quality standards.

The role requires experience in live substations, CDM knowledge, and formal safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH/SMSTS). Occasional travel and a full UK driving license are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational electricity substation environments (11kV–132kV).
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations and Principal Contractor responsibilities.
• Proven experience supervising live substation work parties.
• Familiarity with health and safety regs including CDM and COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate work programme, ensuring adequate resources and prepare Construction Phase Plans.
• Supervise site works, assign staff and act as main site contact.
• Review RAMS for contractors and sub-contractors as needed.
• Ensure inductions, toolbox talks and safety documents are completed on site.
• Order minor materials, track orders and manage supplier quotations with welfare planning.

Skills

Leadership

Health & Safety

Project coordination

CDM knowledge

Driving license

Education

IOSH

NEBOSH

SMSTS

EUSR

First Aid at Work

Electrical engineering qualification

Tools

RAMS review

Job description

SSE is seeking a Site Supervisor to join our in-house construction team across the South of England. You will lead capital projects replacing 11kV–132kV assets at substations, manage site teams, and uphold health, safety and quality standards.

The role requires experience in live substations, CDM knowledge, and formal safety qualifications (IOSH/NEBOSH/SMSTS). Occasional travel and a full UK driving license are expected.