This exciting role within Knauf Insulation could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
Knauf Insulation is proud to be part of the Knauf Group, a global manufacturer of construction materials. Our division is approaching 50 years of heritage in manufacturing insulation, with a growing global reach in 40 countries and ambitious goals for the future. We are looking for passionate, ambitious people to join our 6,000-strong team and help us achieve these goals. The expansion of the Engineering Department means we are now looking to recruit new Electrical & Power Supervisor.
Can you lead Electrical & Power construction end-to-end—coordinating contractors, enforcing safe work practices and EU electrical norms, and ensuring work meets the design and quality standards?
Can you read single-line diagrams and review drawings in AutoCAD/Navisworks, align construction with commissioning, and deliver accurate as-built documentation?
As an Electrical & Power Supervisor, you will lead the on-site delivery of electrical utilities from design review through installation, commissioning and handover, ensuring safe, high-quality execution throughout. You will coordinate contractors, enforce European standards and safe systems of work, drive quality and progress against project milestones, and provide clear reporting and accurate as-built documentation. The role involves a 3-weeks-on/1-week-off rotation, with work across various European locations depending on project requirements, including irregular hours and challenging site conditions when needed.
Coordinate the design phases and construction coactivity of the Electrical & Power equipment
Manage the day-to-day operation of Electrical & Power site activities to ensure construction work on the plant is performed safely and efficiently.
Check Quality of Works during construction phase and work is done based on design
Check construction activities are in place in according with planning and performances of contractors
Enforce safe work procedures and policies
Coordination between the commissioning and construction team
Communicate well through periodic reports and reviews with the project team, engineering management, and the customer
Safety-first, quality-driven and accountable.
Organised, proactive and able to prioritise and multi-task across contractors and workfronts.
Comfortable switching between office coordination and hands-on site supervision.
Fluent in English; other languages are a plus.
Willing to work a 3-weeks-on/1-week-off site rotation with irregular hours, nights and weekends.
Flexibility in terms of location : the actual place of work will be in various locations in Europe, depending on project requirements.
Due to the nature of the role, which involves frequent assignments across various European locations, candidates must be legally able to undertake such assignments without requiring Knauf to obtain additional work authorisations for each assignment.
Supervising electrical utilities construction in industrial plants, from design through commissioning.
reviewing drawings and models in AutoCAD and Navisworks.
Applying European electrical norms and best-practice installation procedures (IEC/EN).
QA/QC of electrical installations and delivering accurate as-built documentation.
Construction planning/programme control, progress tracking and contractor performance management.
Coordinating construction–commissioning interfaces and supporting start-up.
Managing HV/LV power distribution: switchgear, transformers, MCCs, earthing, cable systems/trays, lighting, UPS/generators.
Preparing clear reports for project teams, management and customers; proficiency with Microsoft Office.
As this is a central, international position, the package and associated benefits will be those of the contract's host country. On top of that, a dedicated time for personal development and potential for leadership training will be provided.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) reinforces our Knauf Insulation values of Making Tomorrow a Home for all of us. We are committed to creating a workplace where we all can thrive, whoever we are, and inspiring a culture of inclusion and innovation that will drive future business success. We do our best to make sure being at work feels like home.
We're Hiring: Electrical Supervisor (ASAP) in St Helens employer: KNAUF INSULATION LIMITED
At Knauf Insulation, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer that values opportunity and inclusivity. Our supportive work culture fosters personal and professional growth, offering employees the chance to engage in meaningful projects while contributing to a sustainable future. With comprehensive benefits and a commitment to employee development, this role as Senior Technical Advisor is not just a job, but a pathway to a rewarding career in a global leader within the construction materials industry.
