Electrical Supervisor

Bridges Electrical Engineers; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Working Supervisor to manage a team of electricians for various projects. The ideal candidate must have essential qualifications like ECS Gold Card and SSSTS/SMSTS, along with experience in the water/wastewater industry. This role includes supervising electrical installations and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The position offers competitive salaries and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Health cash plan with Healthshield

Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution

Employee Discount Scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience supervising a small team on installations.
• Fit to work medical required.
• Full UK driving license essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installations in accordance with BS7671.
• Ensure compliance with quality plans and inspection.
• Promote health and well-being among peers.

Skills

Supervising electrical installations

Health & Safety knowledge

Coaching and mentoring

Team management

Risk assessment

Education

ECS Gold Card

SSSTS or SMSTS

City & Guilds trade Qualification

Inspection and testing certificate

Job description

Overview

At Bridges we are more than Engineers. We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024. As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders. Across our key sectors - Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex - we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure. Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.

Job Purpose

A working supervisor role, to oversee and manage a team of electricians on several frameworks to be completed across the Thames Valley region for Thames Water.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for supervising electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 and Bridges Health & Safety Rules and Essential Standards
• Ensure that all items are installed to the highest standards, in compliance with the project's quality plan and inspection and test plans
• To follow and actively promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment and to be empowered to stop work should unsafe circumstances arise
• To coach and mentor Electricians, Electrical Improvers/Mates and Apprentices
• Promote and demonstrate Bridges' values when dealing with peers, staff, customers and clients
• Promote positive health and wellbeing amongst their peer
• To act in a professional manner and be an ambassador for Bridges, supporting the business goals and maintaining the company's positive reputation
• Contracted to 40hrs per week Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with all overtime paid. Overtime during the weekends paid at inflated rate

Qualifications

• ECS Gold Card (essential)
• SSSTS or SMSTS (essential)
• Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification where appropriate
• Experience within the water/waste water industry
• Experience Supervising a small team on installations
• Emergency first aid or First Aider
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• Prepared to take responsibility for self and others
• Full UK driving license
• Fit to work medical.
• Desirable: CCNSG and EUSR
• Inspection and testing certificate
• Ability to write simple risk assessments

Benefits

• RoSPA Gold Medal winner; Bridges is a great place to develop your career with a culture of health, safety and well-being
• Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award holder
• Family-run business with a friendly, welcoming culture
• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey. Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in 'team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business. Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.