Electrical Supervisor

Linear Recruitment; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Linear Recruitment seeks a Freelance Electrical Supervisor to oversee a fire alarm installation project in Newcastle upon Tyne. The role involves managing electrical operatives, coordinating site activities and ensuring installations meet safety and quality standards on a live site.

Key responsibilities include supervising teams, monitoring progress, coordinating labour and materials, and ensuring health and safety compliance. DBS checks, SSSTS and First Aid are essential requirements.

Qualifications

• SSSTS certification is essential.
• First Aid certification is essential.
• Standard DBS check is essential.
• Proven leadership and strong communication skills.
• Experience supervising electrical installation works with health and safety at site.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical operatives carrying out fire alarm installation works.
• Oversee daily site activities, ensuring work is safe and on programme.
• Monitor progress and coordinate labour, materials and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and site regulations.
• Carry out site inspections and monitor installation quality.
• Liaise with site management and other trades for smooth delivery.
• Maintain accurate site records and report progress, issues and delays.

Skills

SSSTS

First Aid

DBS check

Leadership

Health & Safety

Job description

Freelance Electrical Supervisor – Fire Alarm Installation

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Contract Type: Freelance
Duration: To be confirmed

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Electrical Supervisor to oversee a fire alarm installation scheme in Newcastle.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on supervisor with experience managing electrical installation works, coordinating site teams and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical operatives carrying out fire alarm installation works.

• Oversee daily site activities, ensuring work is completed safely and in line with project specifications.

• Monitor progress against programme and coordinate labour, materials and subcontractors.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety procedures and site regulations.

• Carry out site inspections and monitor the quality of installation works.

• Liaise with site management and other trades to ensure smooth project delivery.

• Maintain accurate site records and report on progress, issues and any delays.

Requirements

• Previous experience supervising electrical installation works.

• Experience working on fire alarm installation schemes is highly desirable.

• SSSTS – essential.

• First Aid – essential.

• Standard DBS check – essential.

• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

• Ability to coordinate site teams and maintain high standards of health and safety.