Days Site Supervisor-Electrical Install & Commissioning-Airport Baggage Systems

To lead and manage day shift site operations for electrical installation and system commissioning activities within an airport baggage handling environment. The Days/Nights Site Supervisor will ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution of site tasks, while maintaining accurate reporting and team coordination in a highly regulated and secure environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:
• Team Leadership & Briefings:

o Set work teams to task at the start of each shift.

o Deliver clear and concise toolbox talks, ensuring all operatives are briefed on tasks, hazards, and controls.

o Confirm that all personnel sign in and out correctly and are accounted for during the shift.
• Installation & Commissioning Oversight:

o Supervise electrical installation works, including containment, wiring, terminations, and power-up activities.

o Oversee system commissioning activities and ensure adherence to commissioning schedules and procedures.

o Liaise with OEMs, integrators, and specialist contractors as required.
• Safety & Compliance:

o Write and enforce Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) for all relevant activities.

o Monitor site works for H&S compliance, addressing unsafe practices immediately and reporting near misses/incidents.

o Ensure all site personnel hold relevant certification and are working in accordance with their competencies.
• Reporting & Communication:

o Produce accurate and timely daily reports capturing:

§ Progress of workstreams against project plans

§ Health & safety observations and compliance

§ Site issues, delays, and mitigating actions

o Communicate effectively with project management, stakeholders, and airport personnel as needed.

Required Qualifications & Certifications:
• NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation or equivalent.
• SSSTS or SMSTS (mandatory).
• Valid ECS or CSCS card (appropriate level).
• Airport Security Pass eligibility (including full background checks).
• Manual Handling, Working at Height, and Emergency First Aid (desirable).
• Previous experience supervising in a live airport environment, ideally within Heathrow baggage systems.

Skills & Experience:
• Minimum 5 years' experience in electrical and test commissioning site supervision, with at least 2 years in airport baggage systems (preferred).
• Strong understanding of airport operations, safety protocols, and stakeholder coordination.
• Competent in reading and interpreting technical drawings, RAMS, and commissioning plans.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a high-pressure, live operational environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Working Conditions:
• Full-time, day/night shift position.
• Based on-site at Heathrow Airport or equivalent secure airport environment.
• Work may include weekends and bank holidays based on project needs.
• Airside access may be required – must meet clearance and induction requirements.