Electrical Supervisor

OCU; Scotland; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

OCU Connect in Scotland is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to lead day-to-day site activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to high standards. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to drive project progress from start to finish, with a strong emphasis on health, safety and quality.

The role requires proven leadership in construction or utilities, excellent communication, and the ability to plan resources and resolve issues quickly.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising site-based teams in construction or utilities.
• Strong health, safety and environmental knowledge.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensuring safe and efficient delivery.
• Coordinate operational teams, subcontractors, suppliers and clients to maintain progress.
• Monitor workmanship and materials for quality and compliance.
• Promote and enforce safe working practices and environmental procedures.
• Conduct site inspections and audits to uphold standards.
• Monitor progress against programme and report to management.
• Identify, escalate and resolve site issues to minimise disruption.
• Maintain records of site activities, inspections, and progress.
• Support resource planning for labour, plant and equipment.
• Build positive relationships with clients and project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation & time management

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Driving licence

Education

SSSTS/SMSTS/IOSH desirable

Job description

Description

Department: OCU Connect

Location: Scotland

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Site Based

Regular Travel

Pay / Benefits: Remuneration for this role is benchmarked competitively within our sector.

The Opportunity

OCU is delivering vital infrastructure projects across the UK’s utility and energy sectors, helping to build and maintain the networks that power communities and support the country’s future growth. As a Site Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in leading site-based activities, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction or utilities professional who enjoys leading teams, solving problems, and driving project performance. You’ll work closely with Construction Managers, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are completed successfully from start to finish.

What You'll Do

• Supervise day-to-day site activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and in line with project requirements.
• Coordinate operational teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other stakeholders to maintain project progress.
• Monitor workmanship and materials to ensure compliance with specifications, standards, and quality requirements.
• Implement and promote safe working practices, ensuring compliance with all health, safety, and environmental procedures.
• Conduct regular site inspections and audits to maintain quality and compliance standards.
• Monitor progress against programme requirements and provide updates to project teams and management.
• Identify and resolve site issues, risks, and operational challenges to minimise disruption to delivery.
• Maintain accurate records relating to site activities, inspections, materials, and project progress.
• Support resource planning and ensure labour, plant, and equipment are utilised effectively.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients, project teams, and other stakeholders.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience within construction, utilities, infrastructure, or engineering environments.
• Experience supervising site-based teams and coordinating operational activities.
• Good understanding of construction methods, materials, and delivery processes.
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to identify problems and implement practical solutions.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and support teams.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience working within power, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Bonus if you hold SSSTS, SMSTS, IOSH, or similar industry qualifications.
• It would be great if you have experience managing subcontractors and multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• It would be great if you have knowledge of quality assurance and compliance processes.
• A qualification in Construction, Engineering, or a related discipline would be advantageous.

What We Offer

At OCU, we believe that meaningful work should come with meaningful support. That’s the principle behind Careers with Purpose, our commitment to ensuring every person at OCU feels supported, developed, and valued, not just in their role today, but throughout their career with us.

Alongside the opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects, we offer a benefits package that we are continuing to develop as we grow, and the kind of career acceleration that only comes from being inside a business moving at this pace.

As a rapidly growing organisation, there are genuine opportunities to progress, broaden your experience, and build a long-term career within OCU Group.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing [e-mail].