Job Overview

Site Manager - 132kV Substation

We are looking for a dedicated and highly experienced Site Manager to lead the civil and electrical installation for a 132kV grid connection at a Solar PV site in Nottingham.

The successful candidate will possess comprehensive knowledge of electrical substation installations, demonstrate exceptional leadership abilities, and exhibit a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

This role is pivotal in ensuring the seamless and efficient execution of a new electrical grid connection, contributing to the development of renewable energy infrastructure in the area.

Main Duties

• Overall management of the Civil and Electrical installation
• Managing teams of on-site personnel (works scheduling, team rostering, KPI's, safety & development)
• Management of 3rd party contract works on site
• Project budget management – reporting and integration with Commercial team
• Enforce safety policies for the safety and wellbeing of staff
• Perform Quality and Safety Inspections/Audits.
• Understanding of Contractual requirement > Direct and manage variations, estimate and approvals.
• Represent Mitie in the local community – interaction with land owners and local stakeholders.
• Communicate effectively with the Client, Project Managers and sub-contractors.
• Ability to Operate Effectively within a Team Environment
• A team-based approach to achieving objectives is needed to reflect and enhance the emerging culture and climate of Renewables. This style encourages extensive consultation, devolution of decision-making, empowerment of personnel, a high performance and a highly accountable work ethic
• Ensure that you understand and carry out activities in accordance with Mitie Health & Safety and Environmental policies and procedures;
• Operate in accordance with Mitie approved policy and procedural requirements;
• Conduct risk assessments in areas of responsibility.
• Generate, implement and audit against Safe Systems of Work (SSOW).
• Promote a healthy work environment for all employees.

What we are looking for

• Full & Current Driving Licence
• SMSTS
• First Aid at work.
• CSCS (black card preferrable)
• Electrical Qualifications (Preferrable)
• HV Electrical Certification / Experience (Preferrable)
• Civil / Construction Qualifications (Preferable)
• HSE: Constant awareness, report risks and hazards
• Ability to understand / operate and manage technical and business computer software packages.
• Ability to read and understand Electrical and Construction drawings
• Electrical Isolation (LOTO) procedures. - LV & HV
• Understanding of electrical standards and regulations
• Experience in running & managing utility energy assets and/or energy distribution assets
• Appropriate level of commercial acumen commensurate with position, some knowledge of commercial contracts.
• Previous experience in utility solar or storage construction (Preferrable)