Electrical Site Supervisor in Derby

Electrical Site Supervisor

Company Overview

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Our Client is a family-owned mechanical and electrical (M&E) building services contractor.

The company specialises in the design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of electrical and mechanical building services. Its expertise includes electrical installations, lighting and power, HVAC, ventilation, heating, plumbing, fire and security systems, renewable energy and compliance testing.

Our Client works across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, retail, leisure and government facilities, delivering everything from smaller maintenance works to major developments valued at up to £10 million.

As a long-established business, Our Client places a strong emphasis on quality, health and safety, customer relationships and employee development, with a commitment to apprenticeships and developing talent internally.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Supervisor to oversee electrical installation works across commercial building-services projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site teams, coordinating subcontractors, maintaining health and safety standards, and ensuring electrical works are delivered safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.

Working closely with Project Managers, engineers, subcontractors and the wider construction team, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of electrical packages from installation through to testing, commissioning and handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day electrical installation activities on site.

• Supervise electricians, electrical supervisors and subcontractors.

• Plan and coordinate labour, materials, plant and equipment.

• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with drawings, specifications, programmes and applicable regulations.

• Monitor project progress and report issues, delays and risks to the Project Manager.

• Ensure compliance with health and safety requirements, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS).

• Conduct site inspections and monitor installation quality.

• Manage variations, technical queries, snagging and remedial works.

• Liaise with the main contractor, consultants, suppliers and other trades.

• Oversee electrical testing, commissioning support and final handover documentation.

• Maintain accurate site records, progress reports and quality documentation.

• Attend site meetings and contribute to programme planning and problem-solving.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Recognised electrical apprenticeship or Level 3 electrical installation qualification, or equivalent.

• 18th Edition

• 2391 or equivalent

• SMSTS/SSSTS

• Relevant ECS card appropriate to the role.

• Previous experience as an Electrical Site Manager, Electrical Supervisor or in a comparable supervisory position.

• Strong understanding of electrical installation practices, drawings, specifications and site procedures.

• Experience managing site operatives, subcontractors and installation programmes.

• Good knowledge of health and safety procedures and construction-site requirements. xwwtmva

Salary/Benefits

• Up to £50,000 Doe

• Company Van + Fuel Card

• 33 Days Holiday Including B/H

• Employee Assistance

• Life Assurance

• Private Healthcare

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