Electrical Substation Site Supervisor
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks are looking for an experienced and motivated Site Supervisor to join our in‑house construction team. The role will play a key part in delivering capital projects that involve replacing electrical assets ranging from 11kV to 132kV at substations across the South of England.
Base Location: Swindon, Melksham, Andover, Slough, Oxford, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot, Basingstoke, New Forest, Poole, West London, Reading or Theale
Salary: £43,704 – £51,484 depending on skills and experience, plus a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.
Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Site based
Responsibilities
* Co‑ordinate the work programme to ensure adequate resources are available and prepare Construction Phase Plans for sites per the CDM requirements.
* Supervise site works, allocate staff to tasks and act as the main site contact.
* Review contractor and sub‑contractor RMAS as necessary.
* Ensure staff, contractors and sub‑contractors are fully inducted on site, carry out toolbox talks and receive safety documents as required.
* Order minor materials for projects as and when required, track orders and invoices, and process quotations from numerous suppliers while ensuring sites have adequate welfare provisions.
Requirements
* Experience working in operational electricity substation environments ranging from 11kV to 132kV.
* Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations, particularly in representing the Principal Contractor role.
* Proven experience supervising working parties within live electricity substation environments.
* Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including CDM and COSHH.
* Relevant formal qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS, EUSR, First Aid at Work, and a qualification in electrical engineering.
* Full current driving licence and willingness to travel regularly.
About SSE
SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net‑zero world. We invest about £10 million a day in home‑grown energy to power a cleaner, more secure future and are building the world’s largest offshore wind farm. SSEN Distribution powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses, with a team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer‑service advisors and energy experts.
Benefits
Flexible benefits include discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships, wellbeing benefits such as a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service, interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, a Cycle to Work scheme, generous family entitlements (maternity, adoption, paternity leave) and more.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
SSE is an equal‑opportunity employer. We make reasonable adjustments where needed and welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially those who are under‑represented in the industry. Please contact kim.annink@sse.com or 01738 344051 to discuss how we can support you.
How to Apply
Start your online application using the Apply Now link on this page. We accept only online applications. We will contact successful candidates after the closing date. If offered a role, you will need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.
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