Substation Site Lead - HV Civil & Electrical

RTL Group Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Major project

Career progression

Training

Job summary

RTL Group Ltd currently seeks an experienced Site Supervisor to support a major substation project in Sittingbourne. This hands-on role requires strong civil/electrical background and a focus on safe, efficient on-site execution.

You will lead on-site operations, coordinate trades, manage RAMS and permits, and ensure adherence to drawings and specs with clear communication to project teams.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Site Supervisor on substations or similar infrastructure projects.
• Strong HV safety procedures knowledge and on-site risk management.
• Qualifications in construction, civil or electrical engineering are required.
• Valid CSCS Supervisor level card; SSSTS/SMSTS certification is essential.
• Experience managing RAMS and permit-to-work processes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily on-site activities on a live substation project.
• Coordinate subcontractors, trades and suppliers to hit milestones.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental standards on site.
• Oversee civil and electrical works and interpret technical drawings.
• Conduct toolbox talks, RAMS, risk assessments and site briefings.
• Record progress, manage permits and maintain site records.

Skills

Site supervision

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Reading drawings

High-voltage safety awareness

Education

Construction qualification

Civil Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

RAMS management

Permit-to-work systems

Job description

RTL Group Ltd currently seeks an experienced Site Supervisor to support a major substation project in Sittingbourne. This hands-on role requires strong civil/electrical background and a focus on safe, efficient on-site execution.

You will lead on-site operations, coordinate trades, manage RAMS and permits, and ensure adherence to drawings and specs with clear communication to project teams.