Site Supervisor

SSE; Scotland; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is seeking a Site Supervisor for the Spittal to Peterhead HVDC Cable Link. This permanent, site-based role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, supervising construction activities, and working closely with contractors. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in site supervision, particularly in underground cabling, and should demonstrate excellent communication and leadership skills.

Benefits

Discounts on private healthcare

Free online GP service

Interest-free loans for transport

Generous maternity and adoption pay

Qualifications

• Proven experience in site supervision or construction on complex infrastructure.
• Experience in underground cabling works is advantageous.
• Full current driving licence required for travel to work locations.
• Understanding of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Represent SSEN on-site, ensuring contractual compliance.
• Execute projects in accordance with health and safety regulations.
• Work closely with contractors and Operations team.
• Champion a positive safety culture on site.

Skills

Engineering and construction practices

Site safety compliance

Monitoring project progress

Strong communication skills

Confidence using Microsoft Office

Job description

Base Location: This is a site-based role and you will be required on site 5 days in Caithness or Peterhead.

Salary: £43,704 - £51,484 + a range of benefits to support your finances, wellbeing and family.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Site Based.

The role

SSEN Offshore Transmission Team is looking for a motivated and proactive Site Supervisor to support the delivery of the Spittal to Peterhead HVDC Cable Link. This is an exciting opportunity for a Site Supervisor experienced in the principles of construction and commissioning of major underground cabling work, ensuring strict adherence to the highest health, safety, environmental and quality standards, to join the Delivery team.

You will

• Represent the SSEN Transmission business on-site as a key site-based point of contact, ensuring the suppliers carry out works in accordance with contractual requirements and SSEN policies and procedures. A key element of this will be measuring completed works against the works information for payment purposes and management of compensation events.
• Ensure the project is executed in accordance with relevant requirements, particularly relating to statutory and legal obligations, health and safety, Construction (Design and Management) Regulations, quality & technical compliance, personnel and industrial relations.
• Work closely with the appointed contractor(s) and the Operations team to ensure the works are delivered to the project programme, in a safe and environmentally responsible manner.
• Act as a leader on site and champion for a positive safety culture. Ensure site activities comply with planning consents and SHE legislation, and routine reports and KPIs are submitted to the Project Manager.

The Site Supervisor will be required to be onsite 5 days a week

You have

• A solid understanding of engineering and construction practices, including site safety and compliance with CDM regulations.
• Proven experience in site supervision or construction on complex infrastructure or utilities projects; experience in underground cabling works is an advantage.
• Knowledge of project planning, with experience in monitoring progress against plans and implementing inspection and test plans to ensure quality.
• Confidence using computer systems, particularly common software such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to track site progress and issues, and effectively represent the project team internally and externally.

Please note, a full current driving licence is essential due to the requirement to travel to and from various work locations.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. SSEN Transmission own and operate the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all – we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact [e-mail] or on 01738 342963 to discuss any adjustments required. We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.