Electrical Supervisor

Bridges Electrical Engineers; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable electrical engineering firm in the UK is seeking a Working Supervisor to oversee a team of electricians on various projects. Responsibilities include supervising installations in compliance with safety standards and coaching team members. Candidates must hold ECS Gold and SSSTS/SMSTS certifications, with experience in the water/waste water industry preferred. The position offers competitive hourly pay, benefits, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Health cash plan

Pension scheme with 5% company contribution

Life assurance

Employee discount scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Employee referral scheme - £1,000

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a team of electricians.
• Ensure all installations comply with quality standards.
• Promote health and safety among team members.

Skills

Supervising electrical installations

Coaching and mentoring

Health and safety compliance

Risk assessment

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

ECS Gold Card

SSSTS or SMSTS

City & Guilds qualification

Tools

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Job description

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., Contracted to 40hrs per week Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, with all overtime paid. Overtime during the weekends paid at inflated rate.

• 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 the 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
  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
  At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
• At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

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.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well-being. We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community. We are a family-run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers. Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• 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. Come and be part of our team! Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.