M&E Site Supervisor

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for M&E Site Supervisor on an 16 month contract based in Kent.

Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced M&E Supervisor to oversee the safe and efficient delivery of mechanical and electrical installation works on behalf of a Tier 1 framework contractor, supporting HVDC and high voltage substation projects. The successful candidate will provide hands-on supervision of M&E teams and subcontractors on site, ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, and to the required quality and technical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Day-to-day supervision of M&E installation works on site, coordinating labour, subcontractors, and plant to meet programme requirements

• Supervising mechanical and electrical installation activities across HV substation and/or HVDC converter station works

• Carrying out daily briefings, toolbox talks, and site inductions to maintain a strong safety culture among the workforce

• Conducting regular site inspections and quality checks to ensure works meet specification and design requirements

• Reviewing and issuing RAMS, ensuring all works are carried out under a valid permit and in line with agreed method statements

• Reporting progress, delays, and resource requirements to the Site Manager and project team

• Supervising working at height activities, ensuring permits, rescue plans, and equipment checks are in place

• Overseeing manual handling practices in line with site risk assessments

• Coordinating with other disciplines on site to manage interfaces and avoid clashes between packages

• Maintaining accurate site records, including diaries, inspection records, and as-built documentation

• Supporting testing and commissioning activities where required, working alongside engineers and client representatives

Requirements

• Proven track record supervising M&E installation works on large-scale electrical infrastructure projects — HV substation, converter station, switchgear installation, cable containment, or similar M&E-intensive schemes

• Strong hands-on M&E background — candidates from a purely civil background will not be considered

• CSCS Card (Supervisor level)

• SSSTS — Site Supervisors Safety Training Scheme

• First Aid at Work (FAW)

• Manual Handling certification

• HVDC project experience — converter stations, cable routes, or BESS-integrated schemes

• Working at Height certification

• Good working knowledge of CDM 2015 and supervisory health and safety responsibilities

Desirable

• Experience on National Grid, SSEN Transmission, or similar DNO/TO-owned infrastructure

• Familiarity with Persons Authorisation or AP/CP regimes for HV environments

• Previous work alongside OEM teams on converter station projects

• IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent

Our Company

Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed