Senior Site Supervisor

Kenton Black; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Power & Renewables contractor is seeking a Senior Site Supervisor to lead high-voltage projects in Scotland. The successful candidate will ensure efficient site operations, manage trade teams, and maintain compliance with safety standards. Ideal applicants will have over 5 years of relevant experience and must possess senior trades qualifications. This full-time role offers a competitive salary with realistic earnings potential close to £80,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ site experience in power transmission, renewables, pharma, commercial or industrial sectors.
• Relevant industry tickets mandatory for high-voltage sites.
• Experience as a Site Supervisor or Site Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical trade teams on-site to ensure safe and efficient work.
• Plan and organise daily site activities, ensuring progress is on schedule.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and subcontractors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Technical understanding

Education

Senior trades qualification or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Senior Site Supervisor – Power & Renewables | Scotland – Central Belt

Location: Glasgow base, covering sites across the Central Belt. Type: Permanent, Full-Time. Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 (38 hours/week) + overtime (realistic earnings closer to £80,000).

Join a leading Power & Renewables contractor working on high-voltage projects involving trenching and cable laying, servicing substations and onshore/offshore wind farms.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate electrical trade teams on-site to ensure safe and efficient work
• Plan and organise daily site activities, ensuring progress is on schedule and within budget
• Maintain clear communication with clients, subcontractors, and project managers
• Monitor and report site progress, including quality checks and compliance with health and safety standards
• Manage materials and equipment deliveries to ensure availability and minimise delays
• Identify and resolve site issues quickly to avoid disruptions
• Mentor and develop site team members, promoting best practices and strong teamwork
• Support risk management and implement mitigation measures on site

Candidate Requirements

• Relevant industry tickets mandatory (e.g., proof of experience on at least 2 high-voltage sites)
• Senior trades qualification or equivalent
• 5+ years’ site experience in power transmission, renewables, pharma, commercial or industrial sectors
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and drawings
• Experience as a Site Supervisor ready to step up or a Site Manager happy to work at this level
• Strong communication, organisational, and leadership skills
• Commercial awareness and ability to work under pressure

If you’re interested in joining this exciting and growing team, please send your CV to