Electrical Substation Site Supervisor

Base Location

Swindon, Melksham, Andover, Slough, Oxford, Portsmouth, Petersfield, Aldershot, Basingstoke, New Forest, Poole, West London, Reading or Theale

£43,704 – £51,484 depending on skills and experience, plus a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Permanent | Full Time | Site based

We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Site Supervisor to become a key member of our in‑house construction team. In this role, you will play a vital part in delivering capital projects that involve replacing electrical assets ranging from 11kV to 132kV at our substations across the South of England. You will lead site teams and actively oversee site work to ensure high standards of health, safety and quality are always met.

• Co‑ordinate our work programme to ensure adequate resources are available and prepare Construction Phase Plans for our sites per the CDM requirements.
• Supervise site works, set staff to work and act as the main site contact.
• Review contractor and sub‑contractor RAMS as necessary.
• Ensure our staff, contractors and sub‑contractors are fully inducted on site, carry out toolbox talks and receive safety documents as necessary.
• Order minor materials for projects as and when required, track orders and invoices and process quotations from numerous suppliers, while ensuring our sites have adequate welfare provisions available and plan and order welfare as required.

• Experience working in operational electricity substation environments ranging from 11kV to 132kV.
• Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations, particularly in representing the Principal Contractor role.
• Proven experience supervising working parties within live electricity substation environments.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including CDM and COSHH.
• Relevant formal qualifications such as IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS, EUSR, First Aid at Work and a qualification in electrical engineering.

The role will require regular travel and a full current driving licence is essential.

SSE has a bold ambition – to be a leading energy company in a net‑zero world. We’re investing around £10 million a day in homegrown energy to help power a cleaner, more secure future. Our investment will see us build the world’s largest offshore wind farm and transform the grid to deliver greener electricity to millions. SSEN Distribution, part of the wider SSE group, powers 3.9 million UK homes and businesses.

Our team of more than 4,200 skilled engineers, customer‑service advisors and energy experts keep customers connected to a safe, reliable supply of electricity while investing in and developing the flexible networks needed for our low‑carbon future.

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits such as a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest‑free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle‑to‑Work scheme. Generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay and paternity leave.

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact  or 01738 344 051 to discuss how we can support you. We are dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We’ll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we’ll be taking your application further. If you’re offered a role with SSE, you’ll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.