Site Supervisor - Electrical

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is hiring a Site Supervisor - Electrical for projects in the Water Sector. This role involves overseeing electrical work, ensuring safety rules are followed, and managing site operations. Candidates should have an electrical engineering qualification and relevant supervisory experience. Strong knowledge of electrical safety regulations is essential. The position is based in Peterborough, UK.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising electrical work on construction sites.
• Holder of the CSCS Affiliated Electrical Supervisor card.
• CITB SMSTS qualification, First Aid, and EUSR Water Hygiene Card required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electrical work and site electricians, ensuring safety and compliance.
• Conduct site inspections and document findings.
• Schedule and supervise daily activities of site operatives.

Skills

Knowledge of electrical safety rules

Supervisory experience

Safety management

Communication

Education

Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ or similar)

Tools

Electrical Safety Equipment

Job description

Overview

Site Supervisor - Electrical in the Water Sector. Responsible for overseeing electrical work and site electricians, issuing permits, and ensuring adherence to electrical safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate and promote a safe working site
• Adhere to Electrical Safety rules & procedures
• Implement Safety Management System requirements and statutory legal regulations
• Conduct and document site inspections
• Ensure all works align with approved method statements, and update risk assessments as needed
• Deliver toolbox talks and pre-start shift briefings
• Ensure site personnel have the necessary job-relevant training
• Perform plant checks and ensure certifications are up to date
• Monitor daily work production and communicate relevant information to the Site Manager
• Lead by example, supervise activities proactively, and promote near-miss reporting
• Ensure all required permits are in place before work commences
• Adhere to inspection and test plans to maintain quality control
• Promote and monitor the quality of works delivered by your teams
• Record and submit red line termination and single-line diagrams (SLDs) to project teams
• Schedule, coordinate, and supervise daily activities of gangs/site operatives
• Organize and monitor the work of subcontractors on site
• Order and manage equipment daily
• Control plant and materials to ensure the correct amount is on-site
• Oversee electricians or electrical subcontractors and assist with the commissioning phase
• Issue permits to control electrical works/isolations on site
• Assist in project management, particularly with electrical engineers and external design companies
• Complete electrical site safety audits and electrical completion paperwork

Experience and Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND/NVQ or similar)
• Experienced Site Supervisor
• Solid knowledge of electrical safety rules and HSE legislation to promote a culture of safety and quality
• Holder of the CSCS Affiliated Electrical Supervisor card and a qualified Electrician
• Proven experience supervising electrical work on construction sites
• CITB SMSTS qualification, First Aid, Test and Inspection, and holder of EUSR Water Hygiene Card