Site Manager
HV Substations – up to 400kV
Job Specification Location: UK (site-based / nationwide)
ABOUT HVSS
High Voltage Substation Services Ltd (HVSS) specialises in the design, installation, testing and commissioning of high voltage substation systems up to 400kV. Established in 2009 and based in north west London, we work with some of the biggest and most innovative names in the energy sector – including DNOs, iDNOs, power generators and renewable energy providers across the UK. Recent projects include 33/11kV and 132/33kV turnkey schemes, 50MW and 67MW battery energy storage systems (BESS) and a 30.72MW PV farm.
ROLE PURPOSE
To manage the day-to-day delivery of HV substation site works, ensuring works are executed safely, on programme and to the required quality standards.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
– Take overall responsibility for site operations, safety, security and welfare.
– Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontractors on a daily basis.
– Implement RAMS and deliver site inductions, briefings and toolbox talks.
– Monitor progress against programme and report to the Project Manager.
– Ensure works meet quality standards and inspection & test plan (ITP) requirements.
– Liaise with DNO/TO site representatives and client personnel.
– Maintain site records, diaries, permits, inspections and photographic evidence.
– Enforce CDM and HVSS health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.
– Coordinate with the SAP / Authorised Person to enable safe systems of work.
– Manage site logistics, deliveries and interfaces with concurrent works.
ESSENTIAL NETWORK ACCREDITATION
Applicants must hold current authorisation and/or demonstrable delivery experience on at least ONE of the following distribution or transmission networks:
– Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)
– UK Power Networks (UKPN)
– National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED)
– National Grid (NG)
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
– Site delivery experience on at least one of SSEN, UKPN, NGED or NG.
– SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme).
– CSCS (manager) card.
– First Aid at Work certificate.
– SAP / AP authorisation desirable; full UK driving licence essential.
EXPERIENCE
– Proven site management experience within HV substation or heavy electrical construction.
– Strong understanding of construction sequencing and site coordination.
– Experience supervising directly-employed and subcontracted trades.
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
– Hands-on site leadership with a strong safety culture.
– Ability to read and work to construction programmes and drawings.
– Well organised with accurate site record-keeping.
– Firm but fair management of on-site teams.
Pay: £30,109.23-£64,546.15 per year
Work Location: In person
