Electrical Supervisor - Water Projects Lead

Trant Engineering Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates.

28 days holiday (including bank terms)

Options to buy additional holiday via薪

Company pension scheme.

Employee assistance program.

Discretionary annual bonus.

Job summary

Trant Engineering Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead electrical teams on a water infrastructure project in the UK. You’ll supervise operatives and subcontractors, coordinate with civil/mechanical teams, and ensure work complies with BS 7671 and Electricity at Work regulations.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, on-time delivery, and QA/QC, with a strong focus on HSE and collaboration with Client representatives.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Electrical Installation or Electrical Engineering.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS 7671).
• Electrical installation on industrial or infrastructure projects (5-7 years).
• Experience in a supervisory role (2-3 years).
• JiB Gold Card.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical operatives and subcontractors on site.
• Allocate work based on competence, project priorities, and programme requirements.
• Monitor productivity, workmanship, and compliance with specifications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior electrical staff.
• Oversee installation of electrical systems including containment, cabling, control panels, MCCs, motors, pumps, instrumentation interfaces, and power supplies.
• Ensure electrical works comply with design drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Coordinate electrical activities with civil, mechanical, and process teams.
• Support electrical testing, inspection, and commissioning activities.
• Enforce site health, safety, and environmental procedures in line with UK legislation.
• Ensure compliance with Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
• Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and method statement briefings.
• Ensure safe isolation, lock-off, and permit-to-work procedures are followed.
• Investigate and report incidents, near-misses, and unsafe practices.
• Ensure electrical installations meet BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations) and project standards.
• Inspect completed works and ensure defects are rectified promptly.
• Support FAT/SAT, ITPs, and QA/QC processes.
• Ensure compliance with client, regulatory, and water industry standards.
• Maintain accurate records of daily activities, workforce attendance, and materials used.
• Review and sign off electrical test results, inspection records, and commissioning documentation.
• Assist in preparing progress reports, as-built records, and handover documentation.
• Ensure electrical documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant.
• Liaise with Site Managers and Client representatives.
• Coordinate subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of works.
• Communicate progress, risks, and resource requirements effectively.
• Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.

Job description

Trant Engineering Ltd is seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor to lead electrical teams on a water infrastructure project in the UK. You’ll supervise operatives and subcontractors, coordinate with civil/mechanical teams, and ensure work complies with BS 7671 and Electricity at Work regulations.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, on-time delivery, and QA/QC, with a strong focus on HSE and collaboration with Client representatives.