Electrical Supervisor

Electrical Supervisor

Location: SGF project Barrow in Furness

Salary: £24.39 per hour (Plus £2.34 out of town allowance (if in lodgings), £1.71 second tier payment, £0.75 retention bonus, £49.27 lodge allowance)

Job Summary

The Electrical Supervisor oversees a team of electricians and subcontractors to ensure projects are completed to specification, on schedule, and in strict accordance with the latest electrical codes. This role combines high-level technical expertise often including specialized industrial knowledge like ATEX with project management and team mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Team Leadership:
  Supervise, motivate, and coordinate the daily activities of electricians and apprentices.
• Compliance & Safety:
  Enforce health and safety standards, including Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), and ensure all work adheres to BS 7671 (18th Edition) and industry regulations.
• Project Planning:
  Develop work schedules, estimate materials and labour, and plan project execution from inception to completion.
• Quality Control:
  Conduct regular site inspections and audits to verify the quality of workmanship and sign off on electrical testing and commissioning paperwork.
• Technical Support:
  Provide troubleshooting for complex system failures and interpret design schematics or blueprints for the team.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate site reports, records, and certificates
• Client Liaison:
  Act as the primary point of contact for project managers, clients, and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications (2026 Standards)

• Core
  
  Qualifications:
  
  NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or a valid JIB Gold Card.
• Technical Certification:
  Current 18th Edition (BS 7671) (desirable) Level 3 Award in Inspection & Testing (C&G 2391).
• Supervisory Credentials:
  Site Supervision Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) or Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) or similar qualification is often mandatory.

Essential Skills

• Leadership:
  Ability to lead and mentor a diverse workforce under pressure.
• Problem-Solving:
  Proficiency in advanced troubleshooting of industrial control systems, PLCs, and machinery.
• Communication:
  Strong verbal and written skills for reporting to management and briefing teams.
• Digital Literacy:
  Competence in project management software and Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) systems.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for the company, please do not hesitate to apply.