Electrical Supervisor

Whiteoak Associates; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor for night shifts on the Saltash Tunnel project in Cornwall. The role offers a competitive salary of £65,000-£70,000, along with benefits like a company van, pension, and excellent training opportunities. The ideal candidate will supervise teams, ensure safety, and coordinate the installation of Low Voltage electrical systems. Ambitious professionals eager for career progression in major infrastructure projects are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Company Van

Pension

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Excellent Training

Career Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Electrical Site Supervisor or Electrical Foreman on infrastructure projects.
• Ability to lead site teams effectively and maintain high safety standards.
• Experience with LV electrical installations in Industrial or Infrastructure environments.

Responsibilities

• Supervising night shift works on site, ensuring safety and quality.
• Leading the installation and commissioning of LV electrical systems.
• Coordinating with the M&E and communications teams.

Skills

Supervision of electrical teams

Low Voltage (LV) electrical installations

Site safety and quality management

Education

SMSTS/SSSTS certification

ECS Gold Card or similar

Job description

Overview

Electrical Site Supervisor (Nights) - Saltash Tunnel, Cornwall

Monday to Friday Night Shifts | £65,000-£70,000 + Company Van + Pension, Medical, Life Insurance, 25 Day Holiday + BH + Excellent Training + Career Progression

Are you an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor with a track record of delivering M&E Packages? We're recruiting for an important role on the Saltash Tunnel project — a high-profile upgrade to one of Cornwall's most critical transport links.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the night shift delivery of specialist Low Voltage (LV) electrical works within a major M&E and comms infrastructure package.

What you'll be doing

• Supervising night shift (Mon-Friday) works on site, overseeing electrical teams to ensure safety, quality, and progress targets are met
• Leading the installation and commissioning of LV electrical systems within the tunnel environment
• Coordinating with the wider M&E and communications teams to support integration of fire safety, lighting, comms, and tunnel control systems
• Managing contractors, ensuring compliance with HSEQ standards and project specifications
• Contributing to shift planning, reporting, and resource management

What we're looking for

• Proven experience as a Electrical Site Supervisor or Electrical Foreman on infrastructure ( Dockyards, Rail, Power Stations, Water, Highways) or Industrial M&E projects
• Experience of LV electrical installations in Industrial or Infrastructure environments
• Ability to lead site teams effectively and maintain high safety and delivery standards
• SMSTS/SSSTS, ECS Gold Card or similar certifications
• Someone who is ambitious and is looking for a chance to work on high profile infrastructure projects