Technical Maintenance Supervisor

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational power solutions company is seeking an experienced Commissioning Supervisor to lead site-based commissioning activities across Grid Integration projects. The role involves supervising and coordinating teams, ensuring safe execution of commissioning work, communicating progress, and fostering continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in Grid/Substation projects, a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, and excellent communication and leadership skills. This position offers a competitive salary package and extensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Generous bonus scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Excellent company pension

Comprehensive training and personal development programmes

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commissioning Grid/Substation projects with execution and team management.
• Strong understanding of inspection and test methods for LV and HV up to 400 kV.
• Proficient in reporting tools and commissioning documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily commissioning activities for site-based teams.
• Oversee commissioning execution for LV and HV equipment at substations.
• Provide progress reports on Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication

Scheduling

Safety practices

Commissioning documentation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Project

Job description

Overview

Hitachi Energy’s Grid & Power Quality Solutions & Service business in Europe seeks an experienced Commissioning Supervisor to lead site‑based commissioning activities across Grid Integration projects. The role guarantees safe, compliant execution of commissioning work while supporting Site Lead Commissioning Engineers and overseeing site teams following EHS and Quality Policies.

Location

Remote, with occasional visits to the Birmingham office and UK/EU client sites. (No visa sponsorship available.)

Responsibilities

• Site Leadership & Coordination: Supervise, allocate, and coordinate daily commissioning activities for site‑based teams and sub‑contractors; interface regularly with Site Lead Commissioning Engineers to plan, execute, and track tasks; organise and schedule resources across the site portfolio.
• Technical Delivery: Oversee commissioning execution (secondary/primary injection, functional testing, energisation, handover) for LV and HV equipment up to 400 kV at substations and offshore platforms; develop, review, and maintain commissioning schedules in coordination with Site Leads and Project Manager; support preparation, review and control of inspection and test plans, commissioning documentation and procedures.
• Reporting & Communication: Provide daily/weekly progress reports on Safety, Quality, Time, and Cost to the Department Commissioning Manager; communicate issues, risks, non‑conformances and proposed solutions to site teams and project management; liaise with suppliers, vendors, manufacturers and other engineering teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Capture lessons learned, support development of standard procedures and promote a culture of continuous improvement within site commissioning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or above in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in commissioning Grid/Substation projects, with hands‑on execution and team management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of site safety and commissioning practices for LV and HV (≤400 kV).
• Strong understanding of inspection and test methods (secondary/primary injection, functional testing).
• Excellent communication, team‑leadership and scheduling skills.
• Experience with reporting tools and commissioning documentation systems; proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, etc.) and Microsoft Project or similar tools for developing commissioning schedules.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with a generous bonus scheme.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Excellent company pension and wide‑ranging benefits schemes.
• Top‑quality H&S culture alongside comprehensive training and personal development programmes.
• Inclusive work environment fostering diversity and respect.