Electrical Supervisor

Job Description

Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role:\n
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\nThe Electrical Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective management of Electrical Production activities across multiple workstreams and teams. The role provides leadership and direction to Team Leaders, Electrical Testers and Electrical Fitters, ensuring production targets, quality standards, customer requirements, and project milestones are achieved.\n
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\nThe Electrical Production Supervisor is accountable for driving operational performance, resource utilisation, workforce capability, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Electrical Production department. This role acts as a key link between Production Management, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects in line with Marshall Land Systems standards and customer expectations.\n
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\nYour responsibilities in this role include:\n
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\nProduction Leadership & Supervision\n
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\nLead, manage and coordinate the day-to-day activities of Electrical Production teams\n
\nProvide direction and support to Team Leaders, ensuring effective allocation of labour, skills, and resources\n
\nMonitor production progress against schedules and take corrective action where required to maintain delivery commitments\n
\nEnsure production activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with business priorities\n
\nResolve operational challenges and escalate significant risks or issues to the Electrical Production Manager\n
\nPromote a positive, accountable, and high-performing team culture across all Electrical Production areas\n
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\nProduction Planning & Delivery\n
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\nSupport the development and execution of production schedules in line with project and business requirements\n
\nCoordinate labour allocation to maximise productivity and resource utilisation\n
\nMonitor build progress and performance metrics to ensure project milestones and customer delivery dates are achieved\n
\nCollaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Project teams to minimise disruption to production activities\n
\nIdentify and mitigate production risks that may impact cost, quality, or delivery performance\n
\nDrive adherence to production processes, standard work instructions, and manufacturing best practices\n
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\nPeople Management & Development\n
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\nProvide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to Team Leaders and production personnel\n
\nConduct performance reviews and regular one-to-one meetings in line with company procedures\n
\nSupport recruitment, onboarding, training and succession planning activities within the department\n
\nIdentify skills gaps and implement development plans to improve team capability and flexibility\n
\nManage attendance, disciplinary matters, and employee relations issues in accordance with company policies\n
\nFoster a culture of teamwork, accountability, engagement, and continuous learning\n
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\nTechnical & Operational Oversight\n
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\nProvide technical guidance and support for complex electrical build, installation, testing and fault-finding activities\n
\nEnsure teams can effectively interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation\n
\nSupport the resolution of production and quality issues through structured problem-solving techniques\n
\nEnsure compliance with Marshall Electrical Standardisation, engineering requirements and customer specifications\n
\nLiaise with Engineering and Quality teams to address design, manufacturability, and production concerns\n
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\nQuality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement\n
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\nEnsure all electrical manufacturing, installation and testing activities comply with BS 7671, IPC-A-620 requirements, customer standards and internal procedures\n
\nDrive a right-first-time culture and reduce rework through effective quality controls and process discipline\n
\nSupport internal and external audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively\n
\nMonitor quality performance metrics and lead investigations into recurring issues\n
\nLead and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S and Continuous Improvement initiatives\n
\nEncourage the identification and implementation of process improvements to improve efficiency, safety and quality\n
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\nHealth, Safety & Environment\n
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\nChampion a strong safety culture throughout Electrical Production\n
\nEnsure compliance with Marshall Health and Safety Management Systems, policies and procedures\n
\nConduct regular workplace inspections and support risk assessments where required\n
\nEnsure personnel are appropriately trained, competent, and equipped to carry out their duties safely\n
\nInvestigate accidents, near misses and safety concerns, implementing corrective actions as required\n
\nPromote and maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation through 5S principles\n
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\nAdministration & Communication\n
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\nMonitor and ensure accurate job bookings, labour reporting and production data within the IFS ERP system\n
\nPrepare and communicate production performance updates, including delivery, quality and resource metrics\n
\nParticipate in daily, weekly and monthly operational review meetings\n
\nCommunicate business priorities, production objectives and key project information to production teams\n
\nMaintain accurate records to support traceability, quality assurance and compliance requirements\n
\nEnsure mandatory training, certifications and departmental records remain current\n
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\nApply if you have most of the following:\n
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\nNVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline\n
\n18th Edition BS 7671 qualification\n
\nCity & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and Testing\n
\nIOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (desirable)\n
\nFormal leadership or supervisory qualification (desirable)\n
\nStrong understanding of electrical installation principles, testing processes, and manufacturing practices\n
\nWorking knowledge of IPC-A-620 standards\n
\nAbility to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation\n
\nKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S methodologies\n
\nCompetence using ERP systems (preferably IFS) and Microsoft Office applications\n
\nStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational skills\n
\nExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities\n
\nSignificant experience within electrical production, manufacturing, installation, or testing environments\n
\nProven supervisory or leadership experience managing production teams\n
\nExperience of production planning, resource allocation, and performance management\n
\nExperience within defence, aerospace, vehicle integration, modular infrastructure, or other complex manufacturing environments\n
\nExperience leading Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing projects\n
\nDemonstrated ability to lead by example in safety, quality, customer focus, and operational excellence\n
\nExperience driving continuous improvement and supporting a culture of operational excellence\n
\nProven ability to maintain high standards of communication, organisation, decision-making, and accountability\n
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\nAdditional Local Needs:\n
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\nOnsite role based in Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales\n
\nSuccessful candidates will need to complete a BPSS check\n
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\nBenefits in this role include:\n
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\nOpportunity to lead multiple electrical production teams on complex, high-profile engineering projects\n
\nSignificant influence over operation