Site Supervisor – BESS Projects (12-Month FTC, Shetland Islands)
Shetland Islands – UK wide applicants considered
Flights, accommodation & travel paid
Excellent salary package
Rotation: 10 days on / 4 days off
About The Role
We are seeking a hands-on
Site Supervisor
to oversee delivery of
Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects
in the Shetland Islands. This role is critical in ensuring on-site works are carried out
safely, to specification, and on schedule
.
As Supervisor, you will work closely with contractors, engineers, and site teams to ensure all foundations, ducting, and cabling works are executed to the highest standard.
This is a
12-month fixed-term contract
, with the potential for future opportunities as we expand our energy transition portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise daily site activities across foundations, ducting, and cabling works.
* Act as the on-site point of contact, ensuring all works are carried out to design, safety, and quality standards.
* Monitor progress, resolve issues, and escalate where necessary to the Project Manager.
* Enforce health and safety compliance, ensuring site teams adhere to all protocols.
* Coordinate subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to keep workflow on track.
* Maintain accurate site records, daily reports, and updates for project stakeholders.
What We're Looking For (Non-Negotiables)
* Electrical background (essential).
* Proven site supervision experience in BESS / energy / utilities / civils projects.
* Ability to manage foundations, ducting, and cabling activities on site.
* Strong personality – able to challenge contractors and ensure standards are met.
* Relevant health & safety certification (e.g. SSSTS, SMSTS, NEBOSH, IOSH).
* Willingness to work on 10 days on / 4 days off rotation in the Shetlands (all travel/accommodation provided).
Why Join Us?
* Work on cutting-edge energy transition projects.
* Competitive salary with all flights and accommodation covered.
* Be part of a growing, forward-thinking infrastructure leader.
* Career-defining project experience in a high-growth sector.
If you're an experienced
Site Supervisor with an electrical background
, ready for a challenging and rewarding opportunity in one of the UK's most exciting energy locations – we'd love to hear from you.