Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship - Torness

Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship – Torness

METLEN Energy & Metals is a global industrial and energy company operating across two highly interconnected and complementary sectors: Energy and Metals. With a consolidated turnover of €5,683 million, an EBITDA of €1,080 million, and a workforce of over 9,100 individuals, we drive success through cutting‑edge technology and diverse talent.

We are committed to embracing new state‑of‑the‑art technologies and advancements, propelling us towards a cleaner, brighter tomorrow. At METLEN, we foster a culture of resilience, challenge, respect, excellence, and change, empowering our diverse workforce to achieve remarkable outcomes.

Project

METLEN Energy & Metals, as part of a consortium with GE Vernova, is helping to deliver the Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1) Project – a new high‑voltage direct current (HVDC) cable link between the Dunbar area of East Lothian and Murton in County Durham.

Role Overview

The Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice will support the day‑to‑day running of our construction site at Torness, ensuring that work is completed safely, on time, and within budget. You will gain hands‑on experience under the supervision of senior site staff while also undertaking a SCQF Level 7 Construction Site Supervision (Building & Civil Engineering) Apprenticeship. Working hours are expected to be 8 am to 4 pm.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to learn the core responsibilities of site supervision while contributing to the successful delivery of a nationally significant project.

Key Responsibilities

• Support in scheduling and planning construction tasks and timelines.
• Learn to interpret site drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Assist in coordinating subcontractors, trades and materials to ensure smooth project progress.
• Support site management/supervision in monitoring daily site activities.
• Help prepare and maintain daily site records and reports.
• Ensure all workers follow health and safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in site safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Report hazards or incidents to senior site personnel.
• Assist in checking that work meets quality standards and specifications.
• Help conduct site inspections and audits under supervision.
• Attend site meetings and contribute updates on progress when required.
• Maintain clear and respectful communication with all site personnel.
• Participate in all training sessions and educational components of the apprenticeship.
• Keep a personal development log (CPD) and a portfolio of work.

Core Competencies, Knowledge and Experience

• Genuine interest in the construction industry and a desire to grow into a site leadership role.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to take initiative and solve problems.
• Team player with excellent communication skills and a positive approach towards others. Should something not seem right, you will have the confidence to challenge what you see.
• Excellent time management – able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Essential Requirements & Technical/Professional Qualifications

• The right to work in the United Kingdom (without sponsorship).
• Ability to write and speak English.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.
• National 5 in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).
• Relevant construction qualification at SCQF Level 5/6, or on‑site construction experience for a minimum of 12 months.

We respect your personal data. All personal information in your application and CV will remain strictly confidential.

METLEN Energy & Metals is proud to have diversity and inclusion at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or religion.

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