Installation Supervisor (Norwich)

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electrical power infrastructure seeks a Site Installation Supervisor to oversee large-scale projects focused on green energy transmission. The role involves supervising installations, managing subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Candidates should have a technical background in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience in installation supervision.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant work experience in installation supervision.
• Experience with HVDC, FACTS, or Substation projects preferred.
• CDM certification is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on-site installations in high voltage projects.
• Manage subcontractors to ensure completion of installation activities.
• Coordinate installation activities with the Installation Manager.

Skills

Supervision

Project Management

Electrical Installation

Mechanical Installation

Education

Technical education in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Description

The opportunity

HVDC is a product group in Hitachi Energy, developing, manufacturing, and selling DC transmission systems globally. HVDC technology transmits electricity over long distances, including submarine cables, and connects power systems. With over 60 years in the market, HVDC supports renewable energy integration and the energy transition for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.hitachienergy.com/HVDC.

We are seeking a Site Installation Supervisor interested in working for a market leader in electrical power infrastructure. You will work on large-scale projects focused on enabling green energy transmission. You will join the Hitachi Energy HVDC Installation Department, a global team in 15+ countries, responsible for executing mechanical and electrical installation activities worldwide. The initial project will be near Norwich, with future projects potentially in the UK or globally, requiring willingness to travel.

You will be part of a team of Hitachi Energy employees with diverse responsibilities on site. There will be a Site Manager overseeing all work, along with specialists in quality, safety, planning, etc. You will work with installation experts to install and test electrical and mechanical equipment procured by Hitachi Energy, managing subcontractors performing these tasks.

Please note we are unable to provide visa support for this position.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Supervise on-site installations (both AC and DC) in high voltage projects. Manage and guide subcontractors to ensure efficient, cost-effective completion of installation activities, adhering to contract specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.

• Contribute to planning and implementing installation activities.

• Coordinate installation activities with the Installation Manager and/or Site Manager.

• Work with engineering to ensure needed documentation is used during execution and provide mark-ups for as-built documentation.

• Maintain good relationships with internal and external suppliers.

Your Background

• Technical education, preferably in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience in electrical or mechanical installation in large projects.

• At least 4-6 years of relevant work experience.

• Experience in installation supervision is advantageous.

• Previous experience with HVDC, FACTS, or Substation projects is preferred.

• CDM certification is preferred.

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