Construction Supervisor – Electrical

About EDF Power Solutions

EDF Power Solutions brings together the international activities of EDF Renewables and EDF Group, delivering low‑carbon energy across more than 25 countries. With major projects in wind, solar, hydropower, and energy storage, we are rapidly expanding in Southern Africa with operational assets, active construction sites, and a growing pipeline targeting 5 GW of renewable projects by 2030

this is an 8 month contract to end of Project. As the Construction Supervisor - Electrical, you will manage and oversee all electrical construction activities related to the project’s electrical reticulation network, substation, and Eskom switching station. You will act as a central point of coordination between the Balance of Plant (BOP) Contractor, the Owner’s Engineer, Eskom, and internal EDF stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant, high‑quality, and on‑schedule delivery of the electrical scope.

• Support and enforce the project HSE plan on site.
• Act as OHS Act 8.2 appointee when required.
• Ensure contractor compliance with environmental management plans (EMPrs).

• Oversee discipline-specific construction in line with project scope.
• Manage BOP and grid works contractors (Electrical).
• Coordinate with the Owner’s Engineer on electrical design implementation.

• Ensure contractor compliance with contractual obligations.
• Attend weekly contractor meetings and validate information for minutes.
• Liaise with landowners, local authorities, community stakeholders, and Eskom.

• Review method statements, DSTIs, AFC documents, and as‑built deliverables.
• Ensure correct logging of electrical documentation on EDMS.
• Support quality processes, NCRs, and witness Site Acceptance Tests.

• Support progress measurement and project milestone documentation.
• Review contractor payment documentation.
• Produce weekly and monthly reports.

• Monitor construction schedule milestones and critical interfaces.
• Support commissioning, grid connection, grid code testing, and COD activities.
• Assist in handover activities across contractors and project phases.

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering or Construction (BSc / BTech or equivalent).
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as an Electrical Site Engineer or Electrical Construction Supervisor.
• At least 4 years’ experience on utility‑scale renewable energy or large electrical infrastructure projects.
• Must have had prior experience in construction of substations - in particular final stages and commissioning.

• Exposure to multi‑project execution environments.

• Strong MS Office proficiency.

• Proactive and self‑driven with high energy.
• Level‑headed leadership and teamwork orientation.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and cultural awareness.
• Detail‑focused with strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Fluent in English (additional languages beneficial).

Why Join Us

Join EDF Power Solutions and be part of a global renewable‑energy leader driving the transition to clean, reliable power across Southern Africa. You’ll contribute to impactful utility‑scale projects, work alongside international experts, and grow your career in a purpose‑driven, fast‑expanding organisation committed to innovation, safety, and long‑term sustainability.

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