HV M&E Installation Supervisor

Job Title:

HV M&E Installation Supervisor

Location:

National (Birmingham Base)

Reports To:

Field Operations

We are seeking a highly experienced HV M&E Installation Supervisor to oversee the installation of high-voltage electrical systems on substation projects across the portfolio in the UK. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HV substation works, particularly in Air Insulated Switchgear (AIS) installations up to 400kV, and will be responsible for supervising site activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating with project teams and clients.

• Supervise and coordinate the installation of AIS busbars up to 400kV.
• Oversee the installation of HV equipment such as support structures, post CTs, CVTs and post insulators.
• Plan the work efficiently, organize plant, materials, and site facilities to meet agreed project deadlines.
• Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise during installation.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with approved RAMS, ITPs, and check sheets.
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, and client representatives to ensure smooth execution of site work.
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to site teams.
• Review and verify installation documentation and ensure accurate record‑keeping.

• Experience in HV substation installation works.
• Proven competence in installing AIS busbars up to 400kV.
• Experience installing HV equipment.
• Strong understanding of documentation processes including RAMS, ITPs, and check sheets.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

• Experience in transformer installation.
• Experience in GIS installation.
• National Grid (NG) authorisations.
• Previous experience working with NG, SSE, and Scottish Power.
• Relevant electrical or engineering qualifications.

Shaping energy solutions to empower sustainable connectivity. Linxon is a new company formed by combining Hitachi Energy’s deep technological knowledge and Atkins Realis’s project management expertise to deliver turnkey substation projects with world‑class power technologies and the highest level of competence in managing infrastructure projects. In this role, you will have the opportunity to be part of a new company as it evolves and help shape it for the future.

If you are motivated, entrepreneurial and interested in working with other motivated professionals in the Substations EPC business, this is the new opportunity for you.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology