Electrical Supervisor

Bridges Electrical Engineers Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical engineering firm in the Thames Valley region is seeking a working supervisor to manage a team of electricians. This full-time role involves supervising installations, coach team members, and promoting workplace safety. Ideal candidates should have ECS Gold Card, SSSTS or SMSTS, and experience in the water/wastewater industry. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Health cash plan

Standard Life Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Discount Scheme

Bike 2 Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Qualifications

• Experience within water/wastewater industry.
• Emergency first aid or First Aider.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installations in accordance with standards.
• Coach and mentor team of electricians.
• Promote health and safety at the workplace.

Skills

ECS Gold Card

SSSTS or SMSTS

City & Guilds trade qualification

Supervising a small team

Knowledge of health & safety legislation

Education

Relevant trade qualification

Job description

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we support engineering and construction projects across the UK, working with diverse clients in Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates. Our projects range from £5k to £15m, including Principal Contractor and Principal Designer roles.

Job Purpose

A working supervisor role to oversee and manage a team of electricians on several frameworks for Thames Water in the Thames Valley region.

The Role

Contract 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday. Paid hourly, all overtime paid, weekend overtime at inflated rate.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical installations in accordance with BS7671, Bridges Health & Safety Rules and Essential Standards.
• Ensure installations meet the project quality plan and inspection & test plans.
• Follow and promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment, stop work if unsafe.
• Coach and mentor Electricians, Electrical Improvers/Mates and Apprentices.
• Promote Bridges' values when dealing with peers, staff, customers and clients.
• Promote positive health and wellbeing among peers.
• Act in a professional manner and be an ambassador for Bridges, supporting business goals and maintaining a positive reputation.

Requirements

• ECS Gold Card (essential)
• SSSTS or SMSTS (essential)
• Appropriate City & Guilds trade qualification
• Experience within water/wastewater industry
• Experience supervising a small team on installations
• Emergency first aid or First Aider
• Knowledge of health & safety legislation and company procedures
• Prepared to take responsibility for self and others
• Full UK driving licence
• Fit to work medical

Desirable

• CCNSG and EUSR
• Inspection and testing certificate
• Ability to write simple risk assessments

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 for successful referrals
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Additional Information

Bridges holds the RoSPA Gold Medal, Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, and is a family‑run business dedicated to employee development. We offer an excellent benefits package and a culture of health, safety and well‑being.

When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Bridges is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time