Electrical Supervisor - Thames Water (Oxford Area)
Location: Oxford & surrounding Thames Water region
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Day Rate: £350 p/d
Start Date: March 2026
Sector: Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Freelance Electrical Supervisor to support ongoing Thames Water projects across the Oxford area. This role is ideal for a proactive supervisor with strong technical expertise, excellent site leadership, and a solid background working on clean water and wastewater treatment assets.
Key Responsibilities
* Supervise electrical installation, commissioning, and maintenance activities on Thames Water sites
* Manage and coordinate contractors, ensuring safe, compliant, and high‑quality delivery
* Review and approve RAMS, permits, drawings, and technical documentation
* Ensure compliance with WIMES, DSEAR, ATEX, and Thames Water standards
* Lead on-site safety practices, toolbox talks, and permit-to-work systems
* Liaise with project managers, engineers, and site teams to maintain progress and resolve issues
* Conduct inspections, quality checks, and sign‑off of completed works
Requirements:
* Proven experience as an Electrical Supervisor within the water sector (Thames Water experience highly desirable)
* Strong understanding of treatment works, pumping stations, and water‑sector processes
* Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g., SSSTS, JIB Gold Card, 18th Edition, ECS/CSCS)
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple contractors
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the Oxford region