Trainee Site Manager

Iberdrola Renewables; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking utility company as a Trainee Site Manager, where you will play a vital role in constructing substations and infrastructure for renewable energy projects. This exciting position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, including a double-matched pension scheme and extensive annual leave. Throughout an 18-month to 2-year program, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience and earn recognized qualifications while being mentored by industry professionals. If you're passionate about contributing to a sustainable future, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Double-matched pension scheme

Employee discounts

Flexible benefits

Healthcare options

Life assurance

36 days of annual leave

Qualifications

• Earn a CIOB Certificate and Diploma in Site Management through online learning.
• Hands-on experience in installing and testing civil and electrical works.

Responsibilities

• Construct substations and infrastructure for major electrical projects.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver projects from inception to completion.

Skills

Site Management

Electrical Design

Civil Design

Health and Safety Legislation

Contract Management

Education

CIOB Certificate in Site Management

CIOB Diploma in Site Management

Job description

Trainee Site Manager – North West England

Salary - £33,440 per annum with competitive Pension & Benefits

Help us create a better future, quicker

SP Energy Networks, part of the Iberdrola Group, is a leading utility company and wind energy pioneer. We maintain electricity supply across North Wales, Merseyside, Cheshire, and North Shropshire, investing over £2 billion into our networks to support renewable energy growth. We offer diverse career opportunities within a global organization committed to investing in internal talent.

As a Trainee Site Manager, your work will be primarily site-based, with assignments to a SPEN depot or head office, involving travel for construction site visits.

Our values and social purpose underpin our operations, fostering a sustainable business that connects with the communities we serve. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds to join our team.

What you’ll be doing

This role is part of the Project Delivery team within SPM 132kV Networks, responsible for constructing substations and infrastructure for major electrical projects. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to deliver projects from inception to completion.

During the program, you'll be mentored to understand electrical and civil design drawings, circuit diagrams, wiring, inspection, and testing. You will gain hands-on experience in installing and testing various civil and electrical works at 33kV and 132kV, including planning and management aspects, health and safety legislation, and contract management.

What you’ll bring

Successful candidates will earn a CIOB Certificate and Diploma in Site Management through online learning and coursework. Candidates with supervisory experience in the transmission sector or relevant technical qualifications will benefit from on-the-job training, coaching, and mentoring. The program duration is approximately 18 months to 2 years, depending on individual qualifications.

Benefits include a starting salary of £33,440, with potential to rise to £36,648 after completion, a double-matched pension scheme up to 10%, share plans, employee discounts, and more.

What’s in it for you

Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive pension scheme, 36 days of annual leave, flexible benefits, healthcare options, life assurance, and various discounts and support programs designed to support your wellbeing and financial security.

Why ScottishPower

Part of the Iberdrola Group, we are committed to renewable energy and infrastructure development, investing over £6 million daily to achieve Net Zero. We value diversity and inclusion and support candidates with disabilities or special requirements during recruitment.

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Mobility

Applicants from outside the country must meet immigration requirements for legal employment. We support necessary immigration processes.

Important

The advert closes at 23:59 GMT the day before the Job Posting End Date of May 16, 2025.