Site Supervisor

Site Supervisor

Scotland - SSE area (Perth and above)

Permanent

Competitive + Company commercial vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Summary

The candidate will be required to supervise a team and carry out and complete the installation of ground mounted and structure mounted power system components including cable systems, switchgear, transformers, busbars, relay panels and associated equipment in substations operating at up to 132KV and is required to have experience in doing so in a DNO environment.

Correctly installed, proven and fit for purpose electrical network components which comply with workmanship standards, quality standards, and which are installed in line with current H&S legislation.

The role is based across the SSE DNO area (Perth and above)

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• The candidate will have SSE and/or SPEN Authorisations to "Authorised Person" status under the Customer's Safety Rules, allowing the individual to a) have independent access to substations containing live exposed conductors, b) to receive a permit to work and c) to supervise a working party.
• The candidate will also have, as a minimum a valid site supervisors first aid certificate, SMETS and a H&S ticket such as SHEAPOWER, Safety Passport, IOSH etc.
• Perform in a professional manner to help build customer confidence and thereby contributing to the promotion of Projects Business growth.
• Positive feedback from other team members and from the customer leading to repeat business.
• Provide support in terms of commitment, effort and dedication as required to fellow team members and customers.
• To work within all set procedures and to ensure Health and Safety is the most important element in this regard.
• A safe individual and, team leader who inspires confidence in customers and peers by working safely and who meets the expected requirement when audited.
• Complete all tasks and task types allocated, increasing skill range and knowledge in the process. This can include excavation work, cable pulling, mechanical fitting, electrical fitting, and small wiring - including relay panel and telecontrol works.

What we're looking for:

• An all rounder who can apply themselves to a diverse range of task types and who progresses along an agreed skills development plan.
• When leading a team - undertake the preparation of materials/equipment/labour resources for upcoming works.
• The correct resources are deployed when required and on time to deliver a project or part of a project to programme.
• Undertake the site supervisor role in accordance with the CDM regulations as required - this may include the control of Customer appointed contractors and/or company appointed sub contract labour when required.
• CDM regulation requirements are met in full. Customer or company sub contract labour operates in a timely, safe and cost efficient manner.
• Keep safe and maintain all company property issued, ensure it is routinely PAT or calibration tested and bring to the company's attention any items that are not of a serviceable nature in a timely manner.
• Managed and maintained company issued equipment available for day to day use. No lost or damaged company issued property.

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people.  Some of what you can expect includes: 

• Company commercial vehicle
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice)
• Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme

Next Steps

As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. 

We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

About Us 

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £600m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 

You will be working as part of a team where we are committed to creating a culture where we treat each other fairly and with respect, recognising everyone as an individual.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

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