Electrical Supervisor

HEYSHAM PORT LTD; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 10% matched pension

Flexible Benefits package

Car salary sacrifice scheme

Healthcare cash plans

Cycle to Work

Critical Illness insurance

Gym membership

Retail vouchers

Employee learning & development

Job summary

HEYSHAM PORT LTD in Liverpool is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to lead a multi-skilled maintenance team, ensuring safe and efficient operation of the Mersey unit.

You will oversee maintenance, statutory compliance, installation and commissioning of new equipment, working with engineers and operations while adhering to PUWER, PSSR, COSHH, LOLER and DSEAR obligations. A full UK driving licence is essential, with occasional work at heights and in confined spaces.

Qualifications

• Experience leading multi-functional teams of engineers.
• Knowledge of DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH and risk assessments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Experience with Root Cause Analysis.
• HNC in Electrical Engineering.
• Understanding of Mechanical Engineering.
• Valid driving licence

Responsibilities

• Oversee a multi-skilled maintenance team to ensure safe and efficient operation of the business unit.
• Deliver maintenance, statutory compliance, installation and commissioning of new equipment; collaborating with key contractors and suppliers.
• Work closely with other engineering and operational functions while complying with PUWER, PSSR, COSHH, LOLER and DSEAR.
• Promote safety culture and drive continuous improvement across maintenance activities.

Skills

DSEAR knowledge

Root Cause Analysis

Communication skills

Continuous Improvement

Multi-functional team leadership

Driving licence

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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Electrical Supervisor

Date: 8 Oct 2026

Location: Liverpool, GB, L21 1LA

Vacancy - Electrical Supervisor

Your Role

In this role you will oversee a multi-skilled maintenance team to ensure safe and efficient operation of all aspects of the business unit. You will maintain plant and equipment within Peel Ports Mersey operational areas, ensuring duties are undertaken of a high standard whilst prioritising safety.

You will deliver all aspects of maintenance, statutory compliance, installation and commissioning of new equipment; including the use of key contractors and preferred suppliers. A key function of this role is to work closely with other engineering and operational functions. You will ensure compliance with all company policies and any statutory legislation applicable to the role, with particular regard to our obligations under PUWER, PSSR, COSHH, LOLER, and DSEAR.

What you'll bring

You will have experience leading and managing multi-functional and multi-skilled teams of engineers in a heavy industry (or similar environment), alongside:

• Knowledge of DSEAR, PUWER, LOLER, COSHH regulations and risk assessments
• Previous experience producing Root Cause Analysis and problem solving documentation
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent problem solving skills and experience of Continuous Improvement strategies
• Hold a minimum of HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• A good understanding of Mechanical Engineering

A full valid driving licence is essential for this position, you will also be required to occasionally work at heights and in confined spaces.

Who are we?

Already one of the UK’s leading port and logistics companies, we are planning substantial capital investment over the next 5 years to achieve our vision of becoming the UK’s leading port operator. We have ambitious plans to grow and transform the supply chain to benefit our customers. Our investments are decarbonizing our operations, which in turn is helping us work towards our goal of having Net Zero Port Operations by 2040. Much of our success depends on our unrivalled facilities and technology. But in our sector, it comes down to having the right talent...

What we can offer you

In addition to a competitive salary, we have a strong track record of developing our people to expand their skills and experience and develop their careers. Valuing and rewarding our workforce is important to us which is why we offer a fantastic range of flexible benefits to choose from, such as:

• Up to 10% Matched Contribution Pension
• Peel Ports Flexible Benefits including salary sacrifice car scheme, healthcare cash plans, Cycle2Work Scheme, Critical Illness insurance, Gym Membership Scheme, Retail Vouchers, plus more!
• Commitment to learning and personal development – Last year we supported over 50,000 hours of training and personal development!
• We promote good physical and mental health and can provide additional support to colleagues via our Employee Assistance Programme when required

If you believe you have the skills and experience we are seeking and you want to join a thriving and ambitious place to work, we’d really like to hear from you!