Onshore Cable Site Supervisor

3 days ago

Hull, Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom Spencer Ogden Full time

Onshore Site Supervisor – Major HVDC Cable Project


Location:
East & North Yorkshire (Willerby, Market Weighton, Drax, Bridlington)


Start Date:
ASAP


Contract Duration:
12 months minimum


Employment Type:
Contract (Full-time, site-based)


Recruiter:
Spencer Ogden – Power & Infrastructure Division


About the Project

Spencer Ogden is proud to be supporting a major
High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC)
power transmission project that will deliver up to
2 GW
of clean energy between Scotland and England.

The project involves the design, manufacture, and installation of
submarine and underground cable systems
over a route of approximately
500 km
, using cutting-edge
525 kV XLPE insulation technology
— one of the first of its kind in the UK.

This is a landmark development in the UK's drive toward
net-zero energy infrastructure
.


The Role

We're seeking an experienced
Onshore Site Supervisor
to oversee the civil construction and land cable installation phases of this large-scale HVDC project.

You will be responsible for
site supervision, HSE compliance, and contractor coordination
, ensuring that all construction and installation activities are completed safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.


Key Responsibilities

  • Supervise onshore site activities including surveys, trenching, HDD, ducting, joint bay installation, and reinstatement.
  • Ensure full compliance with the Project's HSE Plans, CPP, ERP, RAMS, and ITPs.
  • Coordinate supervision and safety with contractors, client representatives, and stakeholders.
  • Manage interface activities between multiple contractors to avoid conflicts and ensure seamless progress.
  • Conduct regular site inspections, ensuring workforce competence and equipment suitability.
  • Promote a strong
    safety-first culture
    and lead by example.
  • Support documentation, reporting, and collection of lessons learned across worksites.


Qualifications & Experience

  • Master's degree in
    Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
    (preferred).
  • Minimum
    5 years' experience
    as a Site Manager/Supervisor on major civil infrastructure or cable installation projects.
  • Proven experience reviewing and managing
    RAMS, ITPs
    , and contractor documentation.
  • Experience with
    permits, landowner liaison, and local authority consents
    .
  • Familiarity with
    National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET)
    or
    Scottish & Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN)
    projects (desirable).
  • Working knowledge of:
  • Health & Safety at Work Act
  • CDM Regulations 2015
  • NGET Design Management Requirements (SR-188)
  • BS 5975 Temporary Works Procedures


Required Certifications

  • SMSTS
    (minimum
    SSSTS
    )
  • CSCS
    card
  • Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor (TWC/TWS)
    – BS 5975
  • Preferred:
    Mental Health First Aid, First Aid, Firefighting


Role Details

  • Location:
    East & North Yorkshire (site-based along the route)
  • Travel:
    Weekly site visits across the route and occasional travel to Scotland
  • Duration:
    Minimum 12-month contract, starting ASAP


Ideal Candidate

  • UK-based or eligible to work in the UK
  • Excellent communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities
  • Demonstrated commitment to
    health, safety, and environmental best practice
  • Passion for
    renewable energy and infrastructure development

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