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Date Added: Wed 18/09/2024

Standby Supervisor

Mount Vernon, G32, UK
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Company: CONTRACT SCOTLAND

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Position: Standby Supervisor
Location: Glasgow, with travel throughout Scotland

Company Overview:
Our client is a well-established and reputable Civil Engineering Contractor, specialising in the refurbishment and strengthening of roads, bridges, tracks, and other infrastructure projects across Scotland. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality work, they are now looking to expand their team by recruiting a Standby Supervisor to work on power project.

Role Overview:
The Standby Supervisor will play a vital role in a power project, providing essential supervision and oversight within substations. This position is ideal for a competent individual who holds the necessary authorisations to supervise non-authorised personnel. The successful candidate could be an experienced electrical engineer or someone with a background in working Scottish Power projects. The role is not physically demanding but requires someone authorised to work in substations and who holds a "Authorised Person" qualification.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervision: Oversee and supervise non-authorised personnel, ensuring all activities within the substation are carried out safely and in line with relevant regulations.
Substation Access: Act as the key holder for substations, responsible for controlling access and overseeing all site activities.
Standby Duties: Primarily act as a standby supervisor, maintaining the safety and security of the substation during operations. This may involve interacting with Senior Authorised Persons (SAPs) and responding to on-site requirements.
Site Visits: Conduct visits to various substations across Scotland, ensuring consistent and safe operations at all locations.
Additional Responsibilities: Undertake any additional tasks as required, supporting the wider objectives of the project and ensuring full compliance with safety protocols.
Qualifications:

Authorisation: Must hold a valid Authorised Person Substation Access authorisation.
Safety Documentation: A valid Authorised Person Substation Safety Documents authorisation is required.
Experience: Previous experience with Scottish Power or similar organisations, with a strong understanding of substation operations and safety procedures.
Certifications: Valid CSCS and First Aid qualifications.
Knowledge and Understanding:

Electrical Hazards: Thorough understanding of electrical dangers and the measures required to mitigate them.
Legislation and Regulations: Familiarity with relevant legislation and regulations governing substation safety.
Safety Rules: Comprehensive knowledge of the purpose and structure of Safety Rules.
Why This Role Could Be Your Next Career Move:
This role offers a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to step into a supervisory position that requires extensive knowledge and authorisation within substations. With the ongoing expansion of SSE, Scottish Power, and National Grid, roles like this are expected to become increasingly important, providing a stable and rewarding career path.

If you hold the necessary authorisations and are seeking a role that balances responsibility with flexibility, we encourage you to apply. If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply with your most recent CV or contact Adam Rahma at (phone number removed), quoting reference J44483, for more information

Legal Information:

We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work.

For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application
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