Electrical Supervisor - Wind

ASTUTE Technical Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to lead the installation phases of wind farm sites across the UK. This role offers a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, and a flexible pension plan. You will be responsible for supervising electrical installations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and supporting commissioning phases. With opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment, this position is ideal for qualified electrical workers looking to make a significant impact in the renewables sector. If you thrive in dynamic settings and are eager to contribute to sustainable energy solutions, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

33 days holiday including bank holidays

Flexible pension scheme

Site vehicle access

4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off)

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician with experience in wind industry required.
• Must have HV/MV switching operation authorisation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installation at wind turbine sites.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality processes.

Skills

Electrical installation supervision

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Travel flexibility

Education

Qualified electrician certificate

Valid First Aid certification

HV and MV switching operation authorisation

Working and Rescue from Height certification

Job description

Astute’s Renewables team is partnering with one of the largest wind turbine manufacturers to recruit an Electrical Supervisor to oversee the installation and finishing phases of wind farm sites across the UK.

The Electrical Supervisor role comes with a salary of £45,000 plus bonus scheme and a flexible pension scheme.

If you’re a qualified Electrical worker with experience in the wind industry and are looking to work for an organisation that offers great career progressions and benefits, then upload your CV to apply today.

Responsibilities and duties

As the Electrical Supervisor you will:

1. Inspect and supervise the electrical installation inside and adjacent to the wind turbine generators.
2. Ensure all activities related to the SCADA installation and connection is completed and prepared for commissioning.
3. Follow all industry safety regulations for the site and ensure all works are compliant with HSE.
4. Perform the Quality Gate 23 Process and ensure sign off is complete by the Site Manager.
5. Support when needed during the commissioning and testing phases.
6. Complete any other relevant supportive duties for projects including but not exclusive to Quality Gate 4 and retro performance monitoring.

Professional qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. Certificate as a qualified electrician or qualified electrical worker.
2. Valid First Aid would be an advantage.
3. HV and MV switching operation authorisation.
4. Working and Rescue from Height – from a renewables UK approved provider.

Personal skills

The Electrical Supervisor would suit someone who is:

1. Able to work in or lead a team.
2. Systematic problem solver.
3. Able to travel on a regular basis both UK and international when needed.
4. Able to demonstrate a practical and technical approach to operations.

Salary and benefits of the Electrical Supervisor role

1. Salary up to £45,000.
2. 33 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays.
3. 4-week work rotation (3 weeks on, 1 week off).
4. Flexible pension scheme.
5. Site vehicle access.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.