At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the safe delivery of HV substation projects and manage site teams.
- Company: Join a leading energy company focused on innovative HV solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, contract role until December 2026, and professional growth opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and compliance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Must have SSE authorisation and experience in high voltage substations.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We're working with a client who are looking for a Site Manager for their HV substation project in the Hampshire area.
You would be leading the safe, compliant and on-programme delivery of A2MTA works whilst managing the site team, subcontractors and client through to energisation and handover.
This is a contract role starting ASAP and lasting until December 2026.
Typical working days would be Monday to Friday, with programmed outage/out-of-hours working.
You must have an SSE (SSEN) authorisation at the Senior Appointed Person/Site Management level.
Key
Responsibilities: Take overall site responsibility for safe, compliant, on-programme delivery of the outstanding works to the programme completion date of 8 December 2026.
Act as the primary interface with SSEN operational, authorising and commissioning staff; plan, request and manage HV and LV outages and site access windows.
Hold and exercise SSE (SSEN) authorisation at Senior Authorised Person / site-management level; control the safe system of work and issue/receive safety documentation.
Lead and coordinate the site team (site supervisor, fitters/electricians, cable jointer) and specialist subcontractors, allocating resource against the programme.
Own site health, safety, environmental and CDM compliance; prepare and brief RAMS, run daily briefings, and maintain a zero-harm culture on a live/part-live substation.
Coordinate the testing, commissioning and energisation sequence with the commissioning engineer and SSEN control.
Manage quality, inspection and test plan sign-off, snagging and defect close-out.
Compile and submit commissioning documentation and as-built records; manage de-mobilisation and handover.
Manage free-issue materials and equipment, plant, logistics and traffic management (A339).
Report progress, risk and cost against programme to the Contracts/Project Manager.
Essential qualifications and experience: Current SSE / SSEN (Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks) authorisation to Senior Authorised Person / site-management level under the applicable Distribution Safety Rules.
SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
Recognised electrical/engineering qualification (HNC/HND or C&G in electrical engineering) or equivalent time-served background.
SHEA Power / EUSR utility safety passport and CSCS/ECS card; first aid at work.
Full UK driving licence.
Demonstrable, hands-on experience managing works on high voltage substations at 33k V and 132k V.
Proven delivery of grid transformer replacement and associated HV/LV installation and commissioning in a DNO/transmission environment (ideally SSEN/SSE).
Experience planning and managing HV outages and the associated safety documentation.
Experience leading multi-disciplinary site teams and subcontractors to programme.
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Site Manager (HV Substation) in Hampshire employer: Progressive Recruitment
As a leading employer in the field of flame and combustion systems, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that prioritises safety and innovation. Our Ellesmere Port location offers competitive market rates, along with opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment, making it an ideal place for skilled Technical Project Managers to thrive and make a meaningful impact.
