Trainee Site Manager

Bridges Electrical Engineers Ltd; Swansea; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in engineering and construction is seeking a dedicated professional to manage M&E installations within the water industry. This role offers a structured progression pathway towards becoming a site manager, allowing you to work alongside experienced professionals. With a commitment to safety, innovation, and employee well-being, this family-run business provides a supportive environment where your contributions will impact millions. Join a diverse team that values health, safety, and continuous development while enjoying competitive salaries and a range of attractive benefits.

Benefits

Health cash plan with Healthshield

Standard Life Pension Scheme with 5% contribution

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Referral bonus of £1,000

Recognition schemes

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience in M&E or construction environments.
• Site health and safety card required.
• Fit for work medical necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing M&E installations according to safety standards.
• Ensure installations meet the highest quality standards.
• Promote STAR dynamic risk assessment.

Skills

M&E installations

Health and safety compliance

Client management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant M&E or construction qualification

SMSTS certification

Black Card CSCS

Tools

STAR dynamic risk assessment

Job description

Role Purpose

Working specifically on the Dwr Cymru Welsh Water M&E Delivery Frameworks, managing water industry construction and engineering projects. This role ensures full CDM compliance across sites and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced M&E Site Managers and Construction Managers.

Through your experience and training, there is a clear progression pathway towards becoming a full site manager.

About Bridges

At Bridges, we are more than Engineers. We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

Our team shapes and supports engineering and construction projects for clients impacting millions across the UK. We have a diverse team of talented, Safe & Happy People, committed to innovation, evolution, and sustainability for all stakeholders.

Our key sectors include Water, Power, Energy, and Aggregates. Supported by regional offices and a manufacturing hub in Somerset, we deliver a variety of projects ranging from £5k to £15m, acting as Principal Contractor and Principal Designer, and supporting Tier 1 contractors in subcontracting and off-site manufacturing.

The Role

This is a contracted position of 42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

1. Assist in managing M&E installations in accordance with company health & safety standards.
2. Ensure all items are installed to the highest standards.
3. Follow and promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment.
4. Demonstrate Bridges’ values when interacting with peers, staff, customers, and clients.

• Experience working in an M&E or construction environment.
• Site health and safety card.
• Appropriate trade certificate/qualification.
• Good client management and communication skills.
• Fit for work medical.

Desirable Qualifications

• Relevant M&E or construction qualification.
• SMSTS certification.
• Black Card CSCS.
• Water industry experience.
• EUSR accreditation.
• IPAF, PASMA, confined space training.

Benefits of Working for Bridges

Bridges, a RoSPA Gold Medal winner and holder of the Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award, is committed to health, safety, and well-being. As a family-run business, we focus on employee development and success.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme with 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Referral bonus of £1,000
• Recognition schemes
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Join Our Team

We support your journey with us through mutual engagement, leadership at all levels, and our principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.