Job Title: Site Manager (Hydro)
Location: Hybrid - Site based & Office based
Business Area: Hydro Power
Salary: £50,000
Who we are…
Quartzelec is an independent, multi-disciplined service provider, proudly employing over 600 people in the UK and beyond, with a turnover exceeding £90 million.
We specialise in contracting and rotating machine services, and our expertise in repairing and maintaining motors and generators is backed by over 100 years of experience in the field.
We take pride in being an engineering authority with a strategic global presence, dedicated to meeting the unique needs of our clients.
Join us for a unique experience where we value autonomy, giving our employees responsibility and ownership in their areas of expertise.
The Role…
This role is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of hydro generator overhaul, maintenance, and repair projects. The Site Manager is the operational leader, working closely with the project management team to efficiently deliver the work scope, meet budgets and project milestones, and provide exceptional customer service, all while upholding company safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities…
* Manage hydro site works and oversee day-to-day operations to ensure tasks meet engineering plans and project milestones.
* Supervise workforce performance, enforce quality control measures, and manage resources and materials efficiently.
* Act as main point of contact between contractors, engineers, commissioning teams, and clients; take ownership of site and customer communications.
* Participate in project close-out activities and capture lessons learned.
* Implement and monitor strict health and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, environmental permits, and company procedures.
* Provide hands-on training and coaching to site personnel, enhancing technical skills, safety awareness, and operational competence.
* Support project development by using technical knowledge to identify and develop new and existing hydro opportunities.
* Assist in generating quotations and estimates by assessing work scope, identifying risks, and advising on delivery timescales.
* Monitor project costs, identify efficiency improvements, and alert project team to potential budget or schedule risks.
* Produce Risk Assessments & Method Statements aligned with project scope and instructions, working with the project team to improve site documentation quality.
Your skills and experiences:
* Demonstrable experience working within the Hydro project industry
* BTEC/HND in Electrical Engineering
* Awareness of financial impacts on project success
* Show drive, enthusiasm, and motivation to succeed
* Customer-focused with strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Able to work flexibly, on own initiative, and as part of a team
* Shows desire to promote a culture of Continuous Improvement
* Ideally, experience working with and supervising a team
* Prepared to visit and work onsite within the UK and internationally
Benefits:
As a valued member of our team, you'll receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
* Company vehicle benefit with fuel card
* Hybrid Working
* Contributory salary sacrifice pension scheme
* Life insurance (4x your salary)
* Enhanced annual leave entitlement, in addition to bank holidays
* Company-funded gym subsidy payments
* Annual vision allowance
* Free 24/7 remote GP service
* Employee referral programme
* Long service recognition awards
* Paid maternity and paternity leave
* Access to Electric/ Hybrid vehicle charging points
Additionally, you'll have access to a wide range of supplementary benefits, including:
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Extensive professional development through our in-house training academy
* Career-enhancing training events
* Exclusive employee discounts and various concessions via our corporate perks platform
Why Quartzelec?
At Quartzelec, we take great pride in our commitment to developing the next generation of talent, as demonstrated by our active engagement with over 100 apprentices. In recognition of our efforts, we were honoured to receive the Employer Recognition Award from two of our training providers in 2025. We are dedicated to fostering growth and supporting our apprentices through guidance and mentorship, enabling them to achieve their full potential.
We offer a distinctive working experience within a company that values autonomy, empowering employees with the responsibility and ownership of their areas of expertise. This approach not only allows you to make a meaningful impact but also creates opportunities for significant career advancement.
Closing Date: TBC
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Strictly no agencies please.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Company events
* Company pension
* Employee mentoring programme
* Enhanced maternity leave
* Free parking
* Gym membership
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Paid volunteer time
* Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Aberdeen AB21 0GL: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
* Do you have demonstrable experience within Electricial Engineering?
* Do you have any experience with Hydro projects
Experience:
* Management: 5 years (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Aberdeen AB21 0GL