Electrical & Mechanical Site Supervisors

Location: Orkney Islands
Rates: £39 an hour start + Increases 
Start date: 11^th of May
Duration: 12 months

Accommodation, flights and transfer to the site are covered by the client. 

Turner Lovell is supporting a leading energy infrastructure contractor with a proven track record of delivering complex high-voltage transmission and substation projects across the UK.

We are seeking two experienced Site Supervisors, Electrical or Mechanical bias, to support a major new build substation project in the Orkney Islands. These roles will be responsible for supervising site activities across dedicated Electrical and Mechanical work fronts, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery in line with programme requirements.

Working closely with the Site Manager, you will take ownership of daily site coordination, leading small teams and subcontractors, ensuring work fronts are properly planned, resourced, and executed safely and effectively.

Duties:

• Supervise and coordinate Electrical or Mechanical site work activities
• Lead small teams and subcontractors to deliver works safely and efficiently
• Support planning and sequencing of daily and upcoming site activities
• Ensure labour, plant, materials, and information are available to deliver works
• Monitor progress against the programme and escalate risks, delays, or issues
• Ensure compliance with RAMS, SHEQ procedures, and site toolbox talks
• Support the delivery of HV substation installation works and associated activities
• Maintain accurate site records, documentation, and reporting requirements

Requirements:

• Valid CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport
• SSSTS or SMSTS (preferred)
• Proven experience in Electrical or Mechanical supervision within HV substations or major infrastructure projects
• Background working in safety-critical environments (power, utilities, oil & gas, or large-scale construction)
• Strong understanding of RAMS, site safety systems, and construction procedures
• Ability to lead teams and coordinate multiple work fronts effectively
• Strong communication, planning, and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to maintaining high SHEQ standards at all times

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like further information, please get in touch with:
Marcus Horne

Marcus.Horne@turnerlovell.com