Substation Installation Supervisor

Substation Installation Supervisor

Location: Various UK Sites Employment Type: Full Time

The Role

EHV Structures is growing and we are looking for an experienced Substation Installation Supervisor to lead site teams delivering electrical infrastructure projects across the UK.

You will supervise multi skilled installation activities including:

Below ground and above ground earthing

Steel and aluminium structure installation

Mechanical installation of primary plant

Busbar, conductor and clamp installation

Lifting, positioning and assembly of equipment

Projects include AIS substations, BESS facilities and major transmission and distribution infrastructure, including DNO and National Grid sites.

We are looking for someone with strong substation installation experience who can lead a team, maintain high standards and ensure work is delivered safely, efficiently and to specification.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise site teams and coordinate daily installation activities

Plan and allocate labour, plant and resources

Oversee earthing, steelwork, primary plant and busbar installation

Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications and approved methods

Coordinate lifting operations and ensure appropriate competencies are in place

Brief and implement RAMS, lift plans, permits and site procedures

Monitor safety, quality, productivity and programme

Carry out inspections and ensure installation standards are maintained

Liaise with Construction Managers, engineers, clients and other site teams

Identify and resolve site issues before they impact delivery

Maintain accurate site records and report progress

Lead by example and promote a strong safety culture

Travel and work away from home across the UK

Experience and Competencies

We are looking for experience in one or more of the following:

Substation construction and installation

Steel or aluminium structure erection

Earthing installation

Primary plant installation

Busbar installation

AIS or BESS projects

DNO or National Grid sites

Operational electrical environments

Supervising lifting and installation activities

CSCS is normally required.

Relevant supervisory, lifting and plant competencies are highly desirable, including:

SSSTS or SMSTS

Slinger and Signaller

Lift Supervisor

Telehandler with Suspended Loads

IPAF 3a and 3b

First Aid

National Grid or DNO competencies

Additional training can be provided where required.

What We Offer

Competitive rates of pay

Full time, long term work

Major UK transmission and distribution projects

Varied and technically challenging installation work

Training and development opportunities

Additional plant, lifting, DNO and National Grid training

Clear progression into Construction Management and senior leadership roles

The opportunity to lead experienced multi skilled EHV installation teams

Join EHV Structures

If you have strong substation installation experience, the leadership skills to manage a site team and the drive to deliver safely and efficiently, we want to hear from you.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone is treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and has the opportunity to thrive