Electrical Supervisor – SSEN in Stromness, Orkney Islands

Job Title

Electrical Supervisor – 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

• £39.00/hr – First 37 hours (LTD / Umbrella)
• £41.34/hr – After 37 hours / First 4 hours Saturday (LTD / Umbrella)
• £45.06/hr – After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays (LTD / Umbrella)
• £28.85/hr – First 37 hours (PAYE)
• £30.58/hr – After 37 hours / First 4 hours Saturday (PAYE)
• £33.34/hr – After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays (PAYE)

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

• Supervise and coordinate electrical teams across site
• Ensure works are delivered on time, to quality, and within cost
• Plan forward labour, materials, plant, and engineering information
• Monitor programme and flag delays or disruptions early
• Ensure compliance with QEHS procedures and site standards
• Support 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

Benefits

Full travel support, competitive rates, long-term opportunity, and high earning potential.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their background, gender, nationality, race, or religion/beliefs.

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