OHL Supervisor

OCU; Shinfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU is seeking an experienced OHL Supervisor to provide frontline leadership across site operations and ensure safe, efficient delivery of major power infrastructure projects in the UK.

The role focuses on mentoring delivery teams, maintaining high standards of workmanship, and coordinating outages, earthing, and network requirements on busy sites. Regular travel and site-based work are expected.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising overhead line construction or electrical distribution activities in utilities/power sector.
• Strong knowledge of safe systems of work, risk assessments and site safety requirements.
• Proven ability to lead field-based teams and coordinate multiple work activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day overhead line construction activities on site.
• Brief teams on planned works and ensure activities are carried out safely per procedures.
• Monitor site performance to meet quality, programme and safety standards.
• Ensure teams have PPE, plant, tools and equipment to work safely.
• Liaise with Senior Authorised Persons and stakeholders to coordinate outages, earthing and network needs.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits and safety observations to maintain compliance and drive improvement.
• Review project documentation, risk assessments and records for accuracy and compliance.
• Coach and mentor operational teams to promote best practice and high workmanship standards.
• Identify site issues and implement solutions to minimise disruption and keep progress.

Skills

Overhead line supervision

Site safety leadership

Electrical distribution knowledge

Team leadership

UK driving licence

Job description

Department

Regulated Power

Location

Shinfield

Contract Type

Permanent

Working Pattern

Full-Time

Site Based

Regular Travel

Pay / Benefits

Remuneration for this role is benchmarked competitively within our sector.

The Opportunity

OCU is delivering critical overhead line infrastructure projects that support the growth and resilience of the UK's electricity network. As an OHL Supervisor, you'll provide frontline leadership across site operations, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards of quality and compliance.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced overhead line professional looking to take ownership of site activities, mentor delivery teams, and play a key role in the successful delivery of major power infrastructure projects. If you thrive in a hands‑on leadership role and are passionate about safe and effective project delivery, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and coordinate day‑to‑day overhead line construction activities on site.
• Brief teams on planned works, ensuring all activities are carried out safely and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Monitor site performance to ensure work is completed to the required quality, programme, and safety standards.
• Ensure teams have the correct PPE, plant, tools, and equipment to undertake their work safely.
• Liaise with Senior Authorised Persons and operational stakeholders to coordinate outages, earthing, and network requirements.
• Conduct regular site inspections, audits, and safety observations to maintain compliance and drive continuous improvement.
• Review project documentation, risk assessments, and completed records to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Support, coach, and mentor operational teams, promoting best practice and high standards of workmanship.
• Identify site issues and implement solutions to minimise disruption and maintain project progress.
• Communicate project changes, risks, and commercial events to project teams and management as required.

What You'll Bring

• Previous experience supervising overhead line construction or electrical distribution activities within the utilities or power sector.
• Strong understanding of safe systems of work, risk assessments, and site safety requirements.
• Experience leading field‑based teams and coordinating multiple work activities.
• Good understanding of electrical distribution or overhead line construction practices.
• Strong organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to effectively manage site issues and make decisions in a fast‑paced operational environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience working within DNO, ICP, or electrical distribution network environments.
• Bonus if you hold NRSWA, IOSH, or other relevant utility sector qualifications.
• It would be great if you have knowledge of NERS requirements and utility industry compliance frameworks.
• It would be great if you've worked closely with SAPs and outage planning processes.
• Experience using workforce management systems, digital reporting tools, or project management software would be advantageous.

What We Offer

At OCU, we believe that meaningful work should come with meaningful support. That's the principle behind Careers with Purpose, our commitment to ensuring every person at OCU feels supported, developed, and valued, not just in their role today, but throughout their career with us.

Alongside the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, we offer a benefits package that we are continuing to develop as we grow, and the kind of career acceleration that only comes from being inside a business moving at this pace.

As a rapidly growing organisation, there are genuine opportunities to progress, broaden your experience, and build a long‑term career within OCU Group.

To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing [e-mail].