Trainee Site Manager

Trainee Site Manager

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Prenton Salary: £38,760 per annum plus excellent benefits Duration: 2 years Full Time | Permanent Closing date: 6th November 2026

Help us create a better future, quicker

At SP Energy Networks our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve. At SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.

As a Trainee Site Manager within the 132kV Projects Delivery Team within SP Manweb, you'll learn while you work. The programme combines practical, experience with shadowing, coaching, and mentoring from experienced managers across Overhead Lines, Substations, Cable Networks, Civils, and Electrical Installations. Alongside this, you'll work towards achieving your CIOB Certificate and Diploma in Site Management, helping you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for a successful career in site management.

• Initially observe, progressively participate and eventually lead planning, coordinating, and monitoring contractor activities on-site as you develop.
• Maintaining a robust safety culture ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (including inspections, material testing, daily progress records, and weekly progress meetings).
• Oversee the Construction and Commissioning stages of projects.
• Manage design change processes with engineering teams.
• Act as an interface with operational colleagues such as protection engineers and Senior Authorised Person(s).

The programme is designed to support Trainee Site Managers to develop the necessary competencies and achieving successful completion within 18 to 24 months.

Upon successful completion, Trainees Site Manager are expected to move into a permanent Site Manager role, fully equipped to coordinate large-scale projects, manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure timely delivery within SP Transmission’s drive toward a sustainable, Net Zero energy network.

We are in search of individuals who are enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and advancing in their careers. As a minimum, you must demonstrate:

• Supervisory experience within Energy, Construction or Utilities OR a degree in Electrical, Civil, or Construction Management.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Prior Health and Safety knowledge.
• Valid UK Driving licence.

As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we'll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%. At Scottish Power, we believe it's the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow.

That's why our benefits include:

• 36 days annual leave
• Holiday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
• Share Schemes
• Payroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding
• Technology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases
• Electric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving
• Cycle to Work scheme and Public Transport
• Season Ticket Loans
• Healthcare benefit options including:
  Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health…