Electrical Supervisor – Water

Lanesra Technical Recruitment Ltd; Borough of Runnymede; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical installations for water projects in the East Midlands. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with safety standards, manage site activities, and have expertise in LV electrical systems. A strong background in the water industry and relevant certifications are essential for this role. Competitive remuneration is offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Appointed Person Status or Authorised Person.
• Experience with LV electrical systems is required.
• Previous Supervisory experience and knowledge of safety regulations are essential.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site electrical installations and ensure safety standards.
• Verify and monitor new electrical systems.
• Ensure quality of electrical products in compliance with standards.

Skills

Appointed Person Status / Authorised Person

Experience with LV electrical switchgear

Electrical Supervisor experience

Experience in control systems

HV awareness

17th Edition Update

ECS CARD

SMSTS or SSSTS Certificate

Water and wastewater industry experience

Job description

Electrical Supervisor – Water (Perm or Contract)

Location: Leicester, Nottingham or Derby (East Midlands)

We are recruiting for Electrical Supervisors to work on Severn Trent Water projects. In this role you will supervise and control all site electrical activities to specification and within the contract time, ensuring a safe and quality installation.

Responsibilities

• Supervision of site electrical installations.
• Ensuring SHE standards are maintained and safe systems of work are being adhered to.
• Ensuring a high-quality product is produced in line with current standards and specifications.
• Verification of new electrical systems.
• Safe isolation of LV electrical systems.
• Monitor supply chain performance and programme.
• Review and monitor supplier inspection and test plans ensuring they are up to date and relevant to the work activity.
• Attend site inductions and toolbox talks.
• Support commissioning activities where required.
• Attend collaborative planning meetings and have an active role in developing site delivery programmes.
• Act as Electrical Appointed Person, ensuring electrical safety rules are adhered to and supporting documentation is produced in line with Severn Trent electrical safety rules.
• Carry out electrical isolations.
• Carry out regular electrical safety inspections on temporary and permanent equipment.
• Hold 121’s with supply chain supervisors as required, ensuring take‑5s are carried out.
• Assist with compilation of project takeover documentation.
• Oversee electrical testing undertaken in line with BS7671, review test results against guidance note 3 and manufacturers literature.
• Issue limitation of access permits.
• Keep a daily diary of site activities.

Qualifications / Skills Required

• Appointed Person Status / Authorised Person.
• Experience working with LV electrical switchgear and motor control centres.
• Previous experience within an Electrical Supervisor role, writing electrical permits to work and controlling electrical health and safety on site.
• Experience in control systems, motor control and telemetry.
• Experience in HV awareness.
• 17th Edition Update and full working knowledge of BS7671.
• ECS CARD and EUSR Card.
• SMSTS or SSSTS Certificate.
• Previous experience of working in the water and wastewater industry.