Electrical Supervisor - SSEN

Job Description

Job Title: Electrical Supervisor - National Grid Substation (GIS Installation)
Location: Finstown Substation, Orkney Islands (KW17 2JY)
Start Date: 10/5/2026
Duration: 12+ months
Hours: 50 hours per week (10 hours per day, Monday start)
Travel & Accommodation: Provided (flights + transfers included)
Type: Contract (LTD / PAYE / Umbrella options available)
Positions Available: 1
Rates:
LTD / Umbrella:
39.00/hr - First 37 hours
41.34/hr - After 37 hours / First 4 hours Saturday
45.06/hr - After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays

PAYE:
28.85/hr - First 37 hours
30.58/hr - After 37 hours / First 4 hours Saturday
33.34/hr - After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Electrical Supervisor to support delivery on a major substation project. This is a long-term opportunity with strong earning potential and full travel support.

The Role:
You will take a supervisory role across electrical work fronts, supporting the Site Manager and ensuring safe, efficient delivery of installation activities.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supervising and coordinating electrical teams across site
  • Ensuring works are delivered on time, to quality, and within cost
  • Forward planning of labour, materials, plant, and engineering information
  • Monitoring programme and flagging delays or disruptions early
  • Ensuring compliance with QEHS procedures and site standards
  • Supporting documentation, reporting, and milestone delivery


Requirements:

  • Proven experience supervising works on substation or heavy industrial projects
  • Strong background in electrical installation (GIS experience highly desirable)
  • Ability to lead teams and manage multiple work fronts


Essential Tickets:

  • SSEN Authorisation
  • CSCS / CCNSG Safety Passport
  • SSSTS (SMSTS desirable)
  • 3 Day First Aid
  • HSG47
  • IPAF / MEWP
  • Temporary Works Supervisor
  • Manual Handling & Working at Height


What We're Looking For:

  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Proactive and forward-thinking approach to site delivery
  • Ability to coordinate teams and maintain programme
  • High standards around safety, quality, and compliance


This is a high-value opportunity to join a key substation project, with long-term work, strong rates, and full travel support included.

If you're an Electrical Supervisor with substation experience and available immediately, get in touch to discuss further.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age

Job Ref:

3100038888