Apm Electrical Supervisor - Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom - UK Power Networks

UK Power Networks
UK Power Networks
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Bury St. Edmunds, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Description
Reporting to

Lead Operational Engineer

Location

Bury st Edmunds, EPN

Department

Services

Reference number

78951

Employment Period

Permanent

Contract Type

Collective

Salary Range

£51,245 + car, benefits, bonus

Closing Date

30/05/2024


Main Job Purpose:


The individual will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, a good communicator with flexibility and an adaptable approach to problem solving is essential.

This must include the development of a strong working relationship with the client.

The position will incorporate the day to day management of the craft and field staff team. This shall include signing of timesheets.

The position holder will work to ensure high standards of safety management throughout the team in all areas of their position's responsibility in accordance with the UK Power Networks Services Stay Safe directive


Principle Accountabilities:


Work with the Lead Operational Engineer to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time and budget in line with contractual commitments to time, cost and quality.


Work with Lead Operational Engineer, Operational Engineers, staff and Schedulers in the Region to ensure the best utilisation of all staff.

Ensure utilisation of staff resources in compliance with company policies and

Manage resources for individual projects identifying any changes needed (people and equipment).

Adherence to Client and UK Power Networks Services Operations and Procedures

Ensuring the compliance with the Distribution Safety Rules during all activities.

Ensure regular reporting of progress and performance to governance bodies and stakeholders.

Ensure stakeholders support for and perception of project performance and delivered value remains high i.e. are kept informed of project progress, change and risk as necessary


The post holder will be required to meet with UKPN Services' client's project managers and planners, to agree a resource programme of works, arrange the appropriate labour to be available to carry out the projects.

Put operatives to work making sure they understand the tasks and use a safe system of work. Ensure projects team staff attend Tool Box talks and receive relevant site inductions.

Put staff and contractors to Work under a Safe System of Work, provide daily supervision of works on site, check Method Statements & Daily Point of Work Risk Assessments are in place

Active supervision of all contractors/staff working on site and training of Apprentices

Carry out site visits to survey planned works & liaise with Main Contractors.

Ordering of plant and material in line with project requirements.

Undertake additional activities commensurate with the job level and competency

Maintain and build strong business relationship with the Clients Engineering and Project Management teams and their appointed principal contractors

Supervision of excavating teams and contractors

Demonstrating visible leadership by regular site visits

Ability to read & interpret utility drawings

Understanding operational and 1:500 diagrams

Liaise with the client and other stakeholders to ensure project delivery

Act as an ambassador for UK Power Networks Services and deliver excellent customer service.

Nature and Scope


The successful applicant will be expected to work as part of a team of technicians, jointers and fitters that report to the Lead Operational Engineer and have the support of experienced Field Engineers and Supervisors.

Skill and Educational Requirements

The following skills and attributes are important to this role:
City and Guilds 232 and or 236.

NVQ level 3

NRSWA certification

Evidence of training, such as a CIS card, of a site supervisor and/ or operative.

UKPN Substation entry, LV and HV competencies desirable.


Good understanding of electrical distribution and be familiar with organisational policies and procedures and ensure their effective implementation at local level.

Experience of the Business from an operational and technical perspective


Possess a strong understanding of the range and type of both professional and trade skills that are essential in delivering field work.

Ideally, of a technical background; typically, from a Fitter/ Jointer background.


The position requires a strong inspirational and innovative leader to support the achievement of UK Power Networks' targets and ambitions.


The incumbent will either hold an Institute of Occupational Safety & Health (IOSH) certificate in managing health and safety, or be willing to obtain this IOSH certificate within a timescale agreed with his/her manager.

(New recruits will be required to pass the IOSH managing qualification within six months of being appointed to the role).


An understanding of the range and type of both professional and trade skills that are essential in delivering field work is required.

Flexibility and able to work in a team environment.

Ability to problem solve in a practical way.

Able to work under pressure
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