Mechanical Supervisor - Substation Projects

Search Consultancy Ltd; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 104,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Search Consultancy Ltd is recruiting an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to support a major converter station project at Vanguard West in Norfolk.

The role involves leading site teams, coordinating works across multiple fronts, and ensuring safety, quality and on-time delivery under the Site Manager. Relevant substation/power project background and CSCS/SSSTS are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Mechanical Supervisor, Site Supervisor or Foreman in a major construction or energy project.
• Converter station/substation experience is highly desirable.
• Apprentice trained with C&G/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent or recognised industry training with relevant site experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate site teams across multiple work fronts.
• Support the Site Manager with day-to-day delivery of works.
• Ensure activities are completed safely, on time, to quality and within budget.

Skills

Strong communication

Team leadership

Problem solving

IT proficiency

Independent worker

Education

C&G / NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Mechanical Supervisor - Substation Project
Location: Vanguard West, Norfolk, PE37 8EG
Contract: Temporary
Start: 5 October 2026
End: 30 July 2027
Hours: 50 hours per week - 10 hours per day
IR35: Outside IR35
Positions: 1
Pay Rates:
LTD / Umbrella:

• First 37 hours: 39.00 per hour
• After 37 hours / first 4 hours Saturday: 41.34 per hour
• After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 45.06 per hour

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to support a major converter station project at Vanguard West in Norfolk.

The role will involve supporting the Site Manager and taking the lead in coordinating small teams and work activities across multiple work fronts. The ideal candidate will have previous mechanical supervision experience within a substation, converter station, power generation or major construction environment.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate site teams across various work fronts.
• Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day delivery of works.
• Ensure activities are completed safely, on time, to the required quality and within budget.
• Forward plan upcoming works and ensure the required engineering information, plant, materials and labour are available.
• Coordinate with other work parties to ensure safe and efficient working.
• Identify and communicate potential programme delays or deviations.
• Capture delays and disruption outside the original scope of works.
• Ensure compliance with site rules, QEHS procedures and project requirements.
• Support the completion of task cards and project documentation.
• Ensure timesheets and expenses are submitted within the required timescales.
• Promote a strong safety culture and maintain effective relationships with site management and other teams.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Mechanical Supervisor, Site Supervisor, General Foreman or similar.
• Converter station, substation or wider power-sector experience is highly desirable.
• Experience working on mechanical or electrical installation projects.
• Previous experience leading teams on major construction or energy projects.
• Strong understanding of Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.
• Ability to coordinate multiple work fronts and plan upcoming activities.
• Apprentice trained with C&G / NVQ Level 3 in an appropriate discipline plus relevant experience, or recognised industry training with a minimum of two years' relevant site experience.

Required Tickets:

• CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport
• SSSTS

Personal Attributes:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Confident leading site teams.
• Proactive approach to problem solving.
• Good IT skills, including Word and Excel.
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships.
• Positive approach to resolving issues and managing conflict.
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a wider project team.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age