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About The Role

We are looking to strengthen our Construction team with an Assistant Electrical Site Supervisor based with in the ST Region.

You will report directly to the Commissioning Manager/ Lead Site Supervisor and your role will supervise and control all electrical site activities in the most efficient manner, to the specification and within the contract time without risk to the health and safety of all concerned and providing a quality end product, ensuring a Quality installation as the work progresses

Key responsibilities will include:

Electrical Safety & Site Supervision 

Support and assist the Lead SAP in supervising all dead electrical works on site.

Shadow the LV SAP during:  

Permit-to-Work preparation and control

Site safety agreements

LV isolations and safe systems of work

RAMS reviews and briefings 

Ensure compliance with company procedures, Severn Trent standards, and industry regulations. 

 Commissioning Support 

Assist the Commissioning Engineer with planning, testing, inspections, and bringing assets into service.

Participate in functional testing of LV systems, MCCs, control panels, pumps, instruments, and associated equipment. 

 Project Delivery 

Supervise electrical subcontractors on dead works to ensure quality and specification compliance.

 Monitor progress against plans, maintaining a safe and tidy working environment.

Work collaboratively with Project Managers, Site Managers, Mechanical teams, and Commissioning staff.

Liaise directly with Severn Trent representatives as part of daytoday activities.

 Quality & Compliance

Support quality inspections and ensure installations are completed to standard. 

Contribute to site documentation, redlining, and handover packs. 

Promote and uphold strong health and safety culture across all activities. 

 

 

About You

Skills & Experience Required 

Essential 

  • Electrical background with experience in industrial installations (water sector not essential). 
  • Familiarity with LV electrical systems and equipment used on clean/wastewater treatment sites. 
  • Strong understanding of electrical safety, isolations, and working under permits. 
  • Ability to read and interpret drawings, wiring diagrams, and specifications. 
  • Proactive attitude and good communication skills with both internal and client teams. 

 

Desirable 

  • Experience of MEICA or utility infrastructure projects. 
  • Previous exposure to commissioning processes and documentation. 
  • Knowledge of Severn Trent standards or similar client frameworks. 

 

Training & Development 

This role includes a clear, supported pathway to becoming an LV Senior Authorised Person (SAP). The development programme typically spans 18–24 months and includes: 

  • Permit-to-Work systems 
  • Electrical safety rules and authorisation procedures 
  • LV switching and isolation training 
  • Enhanced commissioning responsibilities 
  • Client specific authorisations where required specific authorisations where required 

 

Additional formal training (IOSH, 18th Edition, etc.) can be included based on experience and career progression

 

What We’re Looking For 

A motivated individual looking to progress into a Senior Authorised Person role, with a strong focus on safety, a willingness to learn, and the ability to work well within a collaborative project environment. Someone who takes pride in delivering quality, safe electrical installations and is keen to develop within the water and utilities sector. 

Qualification Requirements 

  • SSSTS or SMSTS - Required 
  • Appointed Person Status - Desirable  
  • ECS card - Required. 
  • C&G 2330 or 2360 in electrical installations - Required. 
  • NVQ Level 3 in electrical installations - Required. 
  • IEE 18th edition wiring regs - Required. 

 

 

About Us

MWH Treatment is an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector. With over 1400 staff working across eight regional centres, supporting six long-term water sector frameworks and two recently won frameworks, operating both as a sole contractor but also in joint ventures and alliances. 

At MWH Treatment we believe that people matter. We know to build successful, creative teams we need a diverse workforce that can deliver innovative ways of thinking. We provide an environment where you will have the freedom to develop and grow to your full potential, creating opportunity by inviting, embracing, and celebrating difference, our goal as an employer is to motivate, and develop our employees. By fostering a diverse range of talents and perspectives we ensure we have the breadth of viewpoints, experiences, and skills needed to succeed. Embracing diversity of all kinds enables us to provide a work environment and culture that plays a key role in attracting and retaining the right people with the right skills. 

As signatories to the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant, we have made a promise to support our forces, working with the CTP to help ex veterans find work in the civilian world. We also support Mates in Mind, a charitable programme to improve and promote positive mental health in the workplace. We don’t just tick boxes; we live these values every day. 

What MWH offer 

Packages include -  

A competitive salary 

Hybrid Working (Jobs needs dependent) 

Car/car allowance (Jobs needs dependent) 

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy) 

Contribution Pension scheme 

Life Assurance 

Health Insurance 

Private Medical Insurance 

And many more benefits including – cycle to work scheme, discounts and savings Hub, Kids Pass etc 

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