High Voltage (HV) Supervisor
Department: Operations / Engineering
Reports To: HV Operations Manager
Job Purpose:
To supervise and actively participate in the installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of High Voltage electrical systems. This is a hands-on role requiring the successful candidate to lead by example, undertaking HV works alongside the engineering team whilst ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise HV site activities and engineering teams.
- Carry out HV switching operations in accordance with approved procedures.
- Support installation, commissioning and maintenance of transformers, switchgear and substations.
- Undertake fault-finding and diagnostics on HV systems.
- Ensure all work is completed in line with company safety rules and industry standards.
- Deliver toolbox talks and site safety briefings.
- Review and implement RAMS.
- Liaise with customers, DNOs, contractors and internal departments.
- Complete operational documentation, switching logs and commissioning records.
- Support emergency call-outs and breakdown response when required.
- Mentor and support junior engineers and apprentices.
Essential Requirements:
- NVQ Level 3 Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
- HV Authorised Person (AP) qualification.
- HV Switching experience.
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Experience working on HV distribution systems, transformers and switchgear.
- Desirable Requirements
- Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status.
- Temporary power or generator industry experience.
- SMSTS, SSSTS or IOSH qualification.
- Substation commissioning experience.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong safety focus.
- Hands-on approach to engineering activities.
- Good leadership and communication skills.
- Self-motivated and organised.
- Customer-focused with a professional attitude.
- Flexible regarding travel and working hours.
Additional Information:
- UK-wide travel and overnight stays may be required.
- Participation in an on-call rota may be required.
- Occasional weekend and out-of-hours working will be necessary to support operational requirements.
Summary:
The HV Supervisor will lead site teams whilst remaining actively involved in the practical delivery of High Voltage projects, ensuring safe, compliant and high-quality work at all times.