SITE SUPERVISOR – (Shetland)

OCU Group; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the Shetland Islands is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to oversee day-to-day site operations. You will manage subcontractors and ensure that complex civil and electrical works are completed safely and to the highest standards. The role requires adaptability and strong leadership in a remote environment. Competitive remuneration and support will be provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

Accommodation and transport provided

Full PPE supplied

Market-competitive remuneration

Overtime available

Pension and benefits package

Qualifications

• Civil or electrical site management experience is essential.
• Hold SMSTS / SSSTS certifications.
• IOSH / NEBOSH qualifications are preferred.
• Desirable to have NRSWA Supervisor certification.
• Awareness of confined spaces and deep excavation is beneficial.
• Ability to work at height is important.
• Must have a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities and manage subcontractors.
• Ensure work is done safely and on schedule.
• Monitor civil and electrical installations.
• Conduct inspections, quality checks, and safety audits.
• Plan manpower and manage resources effectively.
• Support incident reporting and ensure corrective actions.
• Ensure all site inductions and permits are completed.
• Promote a culture of zero harm and teamwork.

Skills

Civil or electrical site management experience

SMSTS / SSSTS

IOSH / NEBOSH

NRSWA Supervisor

Confined spaces and deep excavation awareness

Working at height appreciation

Full UK driving licence

Job description

SITE SUPERVISOR – (Shetland) | OCU Group

Permanent Role

Competitive and flexible package

OCU Group is delivering a major Infrastructure Project in the Shetland Islands, and we are looking for an experienced Site Supervisor to take charge of day-to-day site operations. This role is all about leadership, safety, and coordination. You will be on the ground ensuring that complex civil and electrical works, including cabling under public roads and switching station activities, are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.

You’ll be managing subcontractors, monitoring progress, overseeing quality, and fostering a culture of safety across a small but dedicated team. With the remote location and variable weather conditions, the role requires someone adaptable, proactive, and capable of making decisions that keep the project moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily site activities and subcontractors
• Ensure work is carried out safely, to specification, and on schedule
• Monitor civil and electrical installations, including ducting, trenching, and switch station works
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and safety audits
• Manage resources, plan manpower, and support workflow efficiency
• Support incident and near-miss reporting, ensuring corrective actions are implemented
• Ensure all site inductions and permits are in place
• Promote a culture of zero harm and teamwork

Project Details

• Supervision of cabling under public roads
• Two switching stations
• Overhead line works
• Civil works, trenching, and reinstatement (excavations up to ~4ft)
• Remote and challenging environment

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Civil or electrical site management experience
• SMSTS / SSSTS
• IOSH / NEBOSH (preferred)
• NRSWA Supervisor (desirable)
• Confined spaces and deep excavation awareness (beneficial)
• Working at height appreciation
• Full UK driving licence (essential)

Who We’re Looking For

• Confident managing subcontractors on site
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and reporting
• Able to work in remote and challenging conditions
• Motivated, proactive, and organised

Package

• Market-competitive remuneration
• Accommodation and transport provided
• Full PPE supplied
• Over time is available
• Pension and benefits package
• Opportunity to work on a nationally significant renewable energy project

If you’re ready to be part of something exciting with one of the UK’s fastest-growing, PE-backed businesses who have recently expanding internationally - we want to hear from you. Apply today and join us on this incredible journey…..