Electrical Supervisor Substations

Position: Electrical Supervisor – Substations
Location: Scotland

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for a Electrical Supervisor – Substations on a 12 month contract based in Scotland.

Role Summary

We’re looking for a driven Electrical Supervisor with proven experience on transmission-level substations up to 400kV. This is a 12-month contract delivering critical infrastructure works across Scotland. You’ll lead from the front, drive safety standards, and ensure high-quality delivery on complex HV projects.

What You’ll Be Doing

Supervising installation and commissioning of HV plant up to 400kV

Overseeing transformers, GIS/AIS switch gear, busbars, CTs/VTs, protection & control systems

Managing site teams and subcontractors to hit programme milestones

Enforcing HSE compliance and transmission safety rules

Reviewing RAMS, issuing permits, and leading toolbox talks

Supporting testing, energisation, and fault-finding activities

Ensuring quality, accuracy, and full site documentation

Requirements

Strong track record supervising 132kV–400kV substation projects

Solid understanding of HV plant and protection systems

ECS/CSCS Supervisor card

SMSTS (essential)

AP/SAP experience (highly desirable)

Experience on National Grid or major transmission projects preferred

Full UK driving licence

What We’re Looking For

Confident leader who takes ownership on site

Safety-first mindset

Organised, proactive, and delivery-focused

Comfortable working in high-pressure transmission environments

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time