Electrical Supervisor – Water & Wastewater
Location: Oxfordshire & surrounding areas
Rate: £350–£450 per day
Contract: Freelance / Contract
Sector: Water & Wastewater
Contractor: Leading National Tier 1 Contractor
We are currently recruiting for an Electrical Supervisor to join a leading national Tier 1 contractor, working across major water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Oxfordshire.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Electrical Supervisor who enjoys a hands-on role, working closely with site teams to deliver high-quality electrical installations safely, efficiently and in line with programme requirements.
The Role
As Electrical Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing electrical works on site, including hands-on supervision of cable installation and associated electrical works, while ensuring activities are delivered safely, correctly and to programme.
You will work as part of a wider delivery team, liaising with engineers, project managers, subcontractors and other site disciplines to coordinate works, resolve issues and keep the project moving.
Key responsibilities will include:
* Supervising electrical installation works, including cable installation, containment and associated works.
* Providing hands-on leadership and technical support to site teams.
* Ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
* Coordinating electrical activities with other site disciplines and the wider project team.
* Monitoring progress against the programme and proactively addressing any potential delays.
* Identifying issues on site and developing practical solutions to keep works progressing.
* Completing all relevant site paperwork, permits, inspections, records and documentation.
* Ensuring installations are carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications and project requirements.
* Supporting testing, commissioning and handover activities where required.
* Maintaining clear communication with the project management and engineering teams.
About You
We are looking for an experienced Electrical Supervisor with a background in construction, ideally within the water, wastewater, utilities or infrastructure sectors.
You will need:
* Proven experience supervising electrical installation works.
* Strong understanding of electrical installation practices, particularly cable installation.
* The ability to lead and motivate site teams while remaining hands-on.
* Excellent communication and coordination skills.
* A proactive approach to problem solving.
* Good understanding of health, safety and quality requirements.
* The ability to manage site paperwork and work to project programmes.
* Relevant electrical qualifications and site-based supervisory experience.
Experience working on water or wastewater treatment projects would be highly advantageous, although candidates with strong electrical infrastructure experience will also be considered.
What's on Offer
* £350–£450 per day, depending on experience.
* Opportunity to work with a leading national Tier 1 contractor.
* Long-term project opportunities within the water and wastewater sector.
* Major infrastructure projects across Oxfordshire.
* A varied role combining hands-on supervision, coordination and technical delivery.
If you're an experienced Electrical Supervisor looking for your next contract opportunity and have a strong background in electrical installation and site supervision, we'd be keen to hear from you
