M&E Supervisor

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for M&E Supervisor on a 6 Month Rolling Contract, based in London & South East.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced M&E Supervisor to join site teams delivering works within the National Grid supply chain framework across London and the South East. Operating on a contract basis through a Ltd company, the successful candidate will take day-to-day supervisory responsibility for mechanical and electrical activities on high-voltage substation projects, ensuring safe, compliant and efficient delivery in line with National Grid standards and client requirements.

This is a hands-on supervisory role requiring strong technical knowledge across both M&E disciplines, the ability to manage and motivate site teams, and a thorough understanding of the permit-to-work systems and safety standards applicable to high-voltage transmission environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all mechanical and electrical site activities in line with the project programme, scope of works and client specifications
• Manage and coordinate site teams of HV fitters, wiremen, electricians and subcontractors on a day-to-day basis
• Enforce strict adherence to health, safety and environmental standards including National Grid safe systems of work
• Hold and administer permits to work (PTW), LOAs and isolations in accordance with National Grid safety rules
• Conduct daily toolbox talks, briefings and site inductions; ensure all operatives are competent and appropriately certified
• Review and implement RAMS, ITPs and method statements; identify and escalate any deviations or non-conformances
• Liaise directly with the client's site representative, project manager and commissioning teams
• Monitor progress against programme; report daily on productivity, resource levels and any issues or delays
• Ensure all materials, plant and equipment are on site, in good order and correctly deployed
• Coordinate with commissioning engineers during testing and energisation phases
• Maintain accurate site records, timesheets, inspection records and completion documentation
• Drive a culture of quality and continuous improvement across the site team

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience as an M&E Supervisor on HV substation or power transmission projects
• Previous work within National Grid framework — familiarity with NG standards, documentation and safe systems of work essential
• Competent to hold and administer permits to work, LOAs and switching operations
• Strong mechanical and electrical background — GIS/AIS substation experience highly desirable
• CSCS card — minimum Supervisory level
• SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS
• First Aid at Work
• Full UK driving licence — essential for multi-site travel across London and South East
• Excellent communication skills — able to manage teams and interface confidently with client and principal contractor representatives
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics and technical documentation
• Registered and trading as a Limited Company — IR35 status to be confirmed

Desirable

• HV Authorised Person (AP) or Senior Authorised Person (SAP) — National Grid or DNO issued
• IPAF 3a & 3b (MEWP operator)
• CPCS Appointed Person or Slinger Signaller
• Experience on GIS substation installation or upgrade projects
• Familiarity with IEC 61850, protection relay testing or commissioning assistance
• Experience with cable pulling, earthing systems, containment and steelwork
• Previous experience on Tier 1 contractor frameworks

Our Company

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