Electrical Supervisor

Ashley Business Services Ltd; Widnes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Working Supervisor to oversee electrical installations on water treatment and industrial sites. This hands-on role requires strong leadership and technical expertise in electrical systems. The successful candidate will supervise site teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards while also participating in installations. The role offers competitive pay and a range of benefits, including a company vehicle and private healthcare.

Benefits

Company vehicle & fuel card

Pension scheme

Private healthcare (BUPA)

24 days annual leave + bank holidays

Technology scheme

Company laptop & iPad

Staff events and team outings

All required training provided

Qualifications

• Valid Gold Card Approved Electrician certification required.
• Experience in leading electrical installation work on live sites.
• Full clean UK driving license necessary.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate electrical works on live water treatment sites.
• Lead site teams and subcontractors in installation activities.
• Ensure all works comply with relevant standards and safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Technical expertise in electrical systems

Health, Safety and Environmental compliance

Education

Gold Card Approved Electrician

2391 Testing & Inspection

EUSR Water Hygiene

Job description

Electrical Working Supervisor – £21.50p/h
Widnes‑Based | Regional Travel Across the Northwest (including the Lake District)

Ashley Services are working with a well‑established and rapidly growing electrical contractor specialising in electrical installations across waste and clean water treatment works, as well as commercial and industrial sites throughout the Northwest.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward‑thinking organisation offering a dynamic working environment, long‑term stability, and clear opportunities for professional development.

The Role

As an Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for the safe supervision, coordination, and delivery of electrical works on live water treatment sites. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong leadership, technical expertise, and a proactive approach to health, safety, and environmental compliance.

You will lead directly employed operatives and subcontractors while remaining involved in installation and commissioning activities. Projects include:

• Whole‑site Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Generator hook‑ups
• Electrical resilience upgrades
• Surge protection installations

All works must be delivered in line with relevant standards, permits, method statements, and water industry safety requirements, ensuring programme, quality, and compliance targets are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems on water treatment, commercial, and industrial sites
• Supervise site teams and subcontractors
• Interpret and work from electrical drawings and specifications
• Ensure compliance with current regulations, site permits, and safety standards
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental management
• Represent the business professionally with clients and stakeholders

Requirements

• Gold Card Approved Electrician
• SSSTS (Beneficial but not essential)
• Full clean UK driving licence
• 2391 Testing & Inspection (beneficial but not essential)
• EUSR Water Hygiene (beneficial but not essential)

Package & Benefits

• Company vehicle & fuel card
• Pension scheme
• Private healthcare (BUPA)
• 24 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Technology scheme
• Company laptop & iPad
• Staff events and team outings
• All required training provided

If you are interested please apply via CV Library