Job Title: Electrical Supervisor - HV / Substation Projects
Location: Vanguard East/West, PE37 8EG
Client: Leading OEM within Power & Energy (Grid Infrastructure)
Start Date: 01/06/26
End Date: 31/08/27
Duration: Long-term contract (approx. 3,270 hours or 14 months)
Hours: 50 hours per week (10 hours per day, Monday start)
Type: Contract
Rates:
LTD / Umbrella:
First 37 Hours: £39.00 per hour
After 37 Hours / First 4 Saturday: £41.34 per hour
After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: £45.06 per hour
PAYE:
First 37 Hours: £28.85 per hour
After 37 Hours / First 4 Saturday: £30.58 per hour
After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: £33.34 per hour
The Role:
We are looking to engage an experienced Electrical Supervisor to support delivery across major HV infrastructure and substation projects. This role will see you working closely with the Site Manager, taking responsibility for coordinating site teams and driving works across multiple work fronts.
This is a hands-on supervisory role within live power environments, requiring strong planning, leadership, and safety awareness.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate small teams across electrical installation work fronts
Ensure all works are delivered on time, within quality standards, and to budget
Forward plan labour, materials, plant, and engineering requirements
Work closely with site management to manage programme and mitigate delays
Maintain strict adherence to QEHS procedures and site safety rules
Coordinate with other contractors to ensure safe and efficient site operations
Assist with documentation, reporting, and project milestone trackingExperience Required:
Electrical apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent)
Minimum:
1+ year supervisory experience, OR
2+ years site experience within power / construction environments
Strong background in electrical installation within substations, HVDC, or power generation
Experience working on Electricity Supply Industry (ESI) projects
Proven ability to lead teams and manage site activitiesEssential Qualifications & Tickets:
NG Person
CSCS / CCNSG Safety Passport
SSSTS or SMSTS (SMSTS preferred)
First Aid at Work (3 Day)
IPAF / MEWP
Temporary Works Supervisor
HSG47 (Underground Services)
Manual Handling & Working at Height
Fire Safety AwarenessKey Attributes:
Strong leadership and team coordination skills
Proactive and solutions-driven mindset
Ability to work independently and within a wider delivery team
Good IT skills (Word, Excel, reporting tools)
Effective communicator across all site levelsAdditional Info:
Weekly timesheets (Time & Expense model)
Compliance checks may include
Medical and
Drugs & Alcohol testing
Work history referencingApply:
If you're an experienced Electrical Supervisor with HV / substation experience, particularly across National Grid or HVDC projects, get in touch immediately.
This is a long-term opportunity on major UK grid infrastructure works with a leading energy contractor.
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