Electrical Site Manager-NHS Substation
| Posting date: | 15 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £250.0 to £300.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | £220 - £300 day rate (PAYE or Umbrella) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 October 2025 |
| Location: | Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 1AA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4723215_1757931789 |
Summary
Your new company
This organisation is a leading force in the UK's built environment, delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including transport, defence, education, real estate, and water. With a workforce of over 3,000 specialists nationwide, they are known for shaping sustainable, high-impact solutions that improve how people live, work, and connect.
Employees benefit from a progressive and inclusive culture that encourages learning, development, and meaningful contribution. Whether delivering iconic city projects or pioneering low-carbon infrastructure, this is an organisation where purpose-driven professionals can thrive and make a lasting impact.
Your new role Working on a large live NHS hospital site, this project is a major refurbishment and upgrade of two existing substations. One low voltage and one high voltage. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of this project. You will be responsible for managing the various subcontractors on site with a key focus on health and safety. This role is very complex, and you'll be involved in the termination through to the recommissioning of high voltage (HV) switchgear, low voltage (LV) transformer busbars, and associated electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving the project to meet key milestones with the project projected to last 12 months.
Key Responsibilities:
- Site Management & Coordination.
- Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of HV switchgear and LV transformer busbars.
- Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant standards.
- Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and technical documentation.
- Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality construction and adherence to timelines.
- Review subcontractor scopes, monitor resource allocation, and resolve conflicts or delays.
- Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations on site.
- Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety audits.
- Ensure all personnel are trained and certified for HV/LV work.
- Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, inspection reports, and progress updates.
- Report regularly to the Project Manager on status, risks, and mitigation strategies.
What you'll need to succeed
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification.
- Substation experience (busbars/transformers/switchgear/HV/LV)
- Proven Electrical Engineering experience linked to the job role.
- Proven track record of an Electrical Site Manager on a similar project.
- Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence
- SMSTS certification
- IOSH or NEBOSH
What you'll get in return
- £220 - £300 day rate (PAYE or Umbrella)
- Opportunity to work on a prestigious project with an industry-leading organisation.
What you need to do now
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