Site Manager

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Stone; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Site Manager in the Energy sector based in Stone, UK. You will oversee Substation Control and Protection System projects, manage installation teams, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates have a strong electrical engineering background, relevant certifications, and are willing to travel for site work. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance (Circa 550 per month)

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing E, C & I installation and commissioning activities on National Grid sites.
• Willingness to travel and work away at customer sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the installation and customer acceptance of Substation Control and Protection System projects.
• Lead a team of engineers during the installation and commissioning phases.
• Control and oversee installation sub-contractors to ensure compliance.

Skills

E, C & I installation management

Team leadership

Client liaison

Substation project management

Education

National Grid Competent Person certification (TP144 or TP137.11)

Client Contractors National Safety Group Safety Passport Supervisor training

First Aid at Work Certificate

Job description

Site Manager | Energy Sector | Controls & Automation Commissioning | £Neg (Enquire for details) + Benefits | Stone / Sites

MERITUS are working with a growing Systems Integration Consultancy operating in the Energy sector. They're looking for an experienced Site Manager with a strong background in Electrical Engineering.

If successful you will play a key role in the installation and customer acceptance of Substation Control and Protection System projects. Your expertise in managing installation sub-contractors, leading project teams, and liaising with clients and safety managers will be essential for ensuring project success. To be successful you will need strong background in electrical engineering including Control Panel Design, E,C & I & heavy experience managing National Grid substations.

The company is based in Stone & the role will require travel to customer sites.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the installation and customer acceptance of Substation Control and Protection System projects, adhering to National Grid safety standards and site practices.
• Lead and motivate a team of software and hardware engineers during the site installation and commissioning phases.
• Control and oversee installation sub-contractors to ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
• Conduct regular report and progress meetings with clients, producing related documentation and minutes.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience in managing E, C & I installation and commissioning activities on National Grid sites.
• Current "National Grid Competent Person" certification with either TP144 or TP137.11 certification.
• Successful completion of Client Contractors National Safety Group Safety Passport Supervisor training and First Aid at Work Certificate.
• Willingness to travel and work away at customer sites as required.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (enquire for details)
• Car allowance (Circa 550 per month)
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday (bank holidays on top)
• flexible working options

Got your attention?

If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the role then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS Talent.