Site Supervisor
4 days ago
Glasgow
About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Supervisor to support the delivery of a high-profile substation project in Scotland. This role is suited to a hands-on professional with a strong background in civil and/or electrical works within the energy or utilities sector. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality execution of works on site. Key Responsibilities • Supervise daily site operations on a live substation project, • Coordinate subcontractors, trades, and suppliers to meet project milestones, • Ensure strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards, particularly within high-voltage environments, • Oversee civil works (foundations, ducting, drainage) and/or electrical installation activities, • Conduct site briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments (RAMS), • Monitor and report on project progress, identifying and resolving issues promptly, • Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with technical drawings and specifications, • Liaise with project managers, engineers, and client representatives, • Maintain accurate records including site diaries, inspections, and permits Requirements • Proven experience as a Site Supervisor on substation or similar infrastructure projects, • Strong understanding of high-voltage (HV) safety procedures and protocols, • Relevant qualifications in construction, civil engineering, or electrical engineering, • Valid CSCS card (Supervisor level or above), • SSSTS or SMSTS certification (essential), • National Grid / SSE / SPEN authorisations (desirable), • Experience managing RAMS and permit-to-work systems, • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills, • Ability to read and interpret technical and electrical drawings, • Full UK driving licence What We Offer • Competitive pay rates and benefits, • Opportunity to work on a major energy infrastructure project, • Career progression within a growing sector, • Supportive team environment and ongoing training