Electrical Foreman​/Engineer

Our client has unparalleled international experience in infrastructure projects, bridges, highways, tunnels, dams and marine works and has secured a significant award in the Aberdeen area where they are now looking to appoint experienced Electrical Foremen.

Applicants must already live in the Aberdeen area (or be commutable) and/or be willing to relocate permanently.

Responsible for the supervision of the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems in the plant and related tunnel facilities to support plant production.

• Effective deployment and coordination of assigned fitters and electricians.
• Establishment and maintenance of electrical and electronic equipment for all types of plant works.
• Organising plans and schedules of work.
• Ensuring materials, tools and equipment are available for work completion.
• Checking and understanding of technical drawings: electrical and electrohydraulic.
• Identify and resolve failures of electrical systems.
• Supervising the assembly of the plant on site, coordinating the electricians assigned during installation and maintenance of all systems and equipment.
• Supervising the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems in the plant – PLCs, LV, pumping systems, sensors, gas alarm system, radio systems, lighting, electrical supply, etc.
• Supervising the installation and maintenance of all electrical systems at tunnel, shafts and site facilities and equipment – LV, lighting, earthing, plants, pumping systems, communication systems, cranes, conveyor belts, ventilation fans, etc.
• Supporting the good service of the plant systems to achieve the project production goals.
• Actively contribute to the smooth running of the electrical department, collaborate on planning of maintenance works, facilitate information flow and team working.
• Supervision and implementation of electrical distribution systems above and below ground.

• Encourage operatives to report any near misses, hazards observed and any defects in plant or equipment.
• Address any hazards reported or observed and take defective plant or equipment out of service.
• Ensure that personal protective equipment is provided and used as required by site rules and procedures.
• Maintain a tidy site by arranging for safe storage of materials and equipment and disposal of waste.
• Co‑operate with health and safety advisors in all health and safety matters.
• Set a personal example of safe behaviour.

• BSc Electrical Engineering or Electrical NVQ.
• Plant experience, specifically in checking drawings, installing and maintaining electro‑hydraulic systems.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role.
• CSCS card.
• Strong leadership qualities, comfortable delegating work, dealing with problems and conflicts and managing a demanding workload.