Hays
Derby, Derbyshire
Electrical Site Manager Your new company This organisation is a leading force in the UK's built environment, delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including transport, defence, education, real estate, and water. With a workforce of over 3,000 specialists nationwide, they are known for shaping sustainable, high-impact solutions that improve how people live, work, and connect. Employees benefit from a progressive and inclusive culture that encourages learning, development, and meaningful contribution. Whether delivering iconic city projects or pioneering low-carbon infrastructure, this is an organisation where purpose-driven professionals can thrive and make a lasting impact. Your new role Working on a large live NHS hospital site, this project is a major refurbishment and upgrade of two existing substations. One low voltage and one high voltage. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of this project. You will be responsible for managing the various subcontractors on site with a key focus on health and safety. This role is very complex, and you'll be involved in the termination through to the recommissioning of high voltage (HV) switchgear, low voltage (LV) transformer busbars, and associated electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving the project to meet key milestones with the project projected to last 12 months. Key Responsibilities: Site Management & Coordination. Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of HV switchgear and LV transformer busbars. Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant standards. Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and technical documentation. Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality construction and adherence to timelines. Review subcontractor scopes, monitor resource allocation, and resolve conflicts or delays. Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations on site. Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety audits. Ensure all personnel are trained and certified for HV/LV work. Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, inspection reports, and progress updates. Report regularly to the Project Manager on status, risks, and mitigation strategies. What you'll need to succeed 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification. Substation experience (busbars/transformers/switchgear/HV/LV) Proven Electrical Engineering experience linked to the job role. Proven track record of an Electrical Site Manager on a similar project. Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Full UK Driving Licence SMSTS certification IOSH or NEBOSH What you'll get in return £220 - £350 day rate (PAYE or Umbrella) Opportunity to work on a prestigious project with an industry-leading organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Electrical Site Manager Your new company This organisation is a leading force in the UK's built environment, delivering complex infrastructure and construction projects across sectors including transport, defence, education, real estate, and water. With a workforce of over 3,000 specialists nationwide, they are known for shaping sustainable, high-impact solutions that improve how people live, work, and connect. Employees benefit from a progressive and inclusive culture that encourages learning, development, and meaningful contribution. Whether delivering iconic city projects or pioneering low-carbon infrastructure, this is an organisation where purpose-driven professionals can thrive and make a lasting impact. Your new role Working on a large live NHS hospital site, this project is a major refurbishment and upgrade of two existing substations. One low voltage and one high voltage. We are seeking an experienced Electrical Site Manager to lead the on-site delivery of this project. You will be responsible for managing the various subcontractors on site with a key focus on health and safety. This role is very complex, and you'll be involved in the termination through to the recommissioning of high voltage (HV) switchgear, low voltage (LV) transformer busbars, and associated electrical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and driving the project to meet key milestones with the project projected to last 12 months. Key Responsibilities: Site Management & Coordination. Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of HV switchgear and LV transformer busbars. Ensure all electrical work complies with relevant standards. Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and technical documentation. Manage subcontractor performance, ensuring quality construction and adherence to timelines. Review subcontractor scopes, monitor resource allocation, and resolve conflicts or delays. Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations on site. Lead toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety audits. Ensure all personnel are trained and certified for HV/LV work. Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, inspection reports, and progress updates. Report regularly to the Project Manager on status, risks, and mitigation strategies. What you'll need to succeed 18th Edition Wiring Regulations certification. Substation experience (busbars/transformers/switchgear/HV/LV) Proven Electrical Engineering experience linked to the job role. Proven track record of an Electrical Site Manager on a similar project. Strong understanding of health & safety and compliance requirements. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Full UK Driving Licence SMSTS certification IOSH or NEBOSH What you'll get in return £220 - £350 day rate (PAYE or Umbrella) Opportunity to work on a prestigious project with an industry-leading organisation. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Lucy Group Ltd
Job Title: HV Commissioning/ Protection Engineer Business: Lucy Electric UK Ltd - Energy Services Location: Remote/Field-based Job Number: 3244 Job Purpose: We seek an experienced, talented, and focused Commissioning/ Protection Engineer to join our dynamic team currently delivering installation, maintenance, and product support services for Low Voltage/High Voltage (LV/HV) assets across the Midlands, Central south and South East of England. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: You will work as part of a highly skilled Engineering division supporting all aspects of LV/HV services to our clients and customers. As part of our team, you will get to both support your peers in the delivery of HV engineering and be required to lead projects when called on. We strive forwards as a team advancing our technical skills, knowledge, and competencies together, whilst ensuring a flexible work life balance is worked into our ethos. Job Dimensions: You will be working with a team of skilled Engineers, SAP s and supporting staff across all aspects of the LV/HV industry. The role is home based with travel to site works included within your working day. The core hours are 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 am to 12:00 Friday, depending on operational work and site requirements. Contract terms for flexibility and programme delivery operate 5 working days Monday to Saturday. Additional weekend working will be required as part of this role to support our clients and programmes of work. Opportunities to support additional overtime through evenings, weekends and travel abroad are also frequently available. Key Accountabilities: Essential: Installation, commissioning, and fault finding on new and older, protection, automatic transfer systems and various control systems. Co-ordinate commissioning plans, schedules, and checklists to ensure all commissioning activities and performance testing are executed efficiently Development of commissioning procedures Protection relays, synchroniser, transducers, primary and secondary injection testing, with the use of various test/commissioning equipment. Commissioning and testing of varying HV Assets using associated equipment to include; Omicron Campano 100 Omicron CT Analysers, Megger Sverker 750, Baur PGK 25/80E, Various Primary and Secondary Injection sets, Schneider LVP85510SP ACB Tester. (might be a bit too precise, remove if required) Ability to read and understand all levels and types of electrical drawings, SLD and control relay logic design documentation. Demonstrable experience to produce clear and professional job reports. Quality Control and Technical compliance in accordance with project requirements. Completing and transmitting inspection check-sheets as required Compliance with the Safety Management System and client safety rules Ensuring that all necessary technical reports (or contributions to technical reports) are completed in a timely manner. Support tendering and project managers with technical advice and customer communications as and when required. Facilitate a safe working environment during high / low voltage working. Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Lucy Electric and its customers. Maintain all authorisations in accordance with legislative our safety procedures and industry best practice. Liaise closely with team to understand and manage priorities. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Experience in multiple relays and competent to fully commission and sign off. These would include (not all): Alstom Electromechanical, VIP 300/400, Micrologic, G99, Micom P154/P122, Restricted Earth Fault (REF), TEC System T15 Competency with testing equipment: VLF, Campano, Sverker, Pressure Test. Certified in electricity at work and experience of delivering efficient and effective services to customers whether on site or at a planning stage from an office environment. Good knowledge of H&S and its practical implications. Good knowledge of Distribution Safety rules and their application. Computer literate skilled in MS office Full driver s License, willingness to travel within the UK as required, and work weekends as overtime or with a day off in the week. Behavioural Competencies: Good interpersonal skills with a pleasant and can-do attitude. Highly organised and tidy. Must have a positive and confident approach to tasks. Good problem-solving skills. Able to work independently, within/ or leading a team. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
Job Title: HV Commissioning/ Protection Engineer Business: Lucy Electric UK Ltd - Energy Services Location: Remote/Field-based Job Number: 3244 Job Purpose: We seek an experienced, talented, and focused Commissioning/ Protection Engineer to join our dynamic team currently delivering installation, maintenance, and product support services for Low Voltage/High Voltage (LV/HV) assets across the Midlands, Central south and South East of England. Business Overview: Lucy Electric is an international leader in intelligent secondary power distribution products and solutions, with features such as remote operation and monitoring. Linking energy generation to consumption, the business specialises in high-performance medium and low-voltage switchgear for utility, industrial and commercial applications. Job Context: You will work as part of a highly skilled Engineering division supporting all aspects of LV/HV services to our clients and customers. As part of our team, you will get to both support your peers in the delivery of HV engineering and be required to lead projects when called on. We strive forwards as a team advancing our technical skills, knowledge, and competencies together, whilst ensuring a flexible work life balance is worked into our ethos. Job Dimensions: You will be working with a team of skilled Engineers, SAP s and supporting staff across all aspects of the LV/HV industry. The role is home based with travel to site works included within your working day. The core hours are 07:30 to 16:00 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 am to 12:00 Friday, depending on operational work and site requirements. Contract terms for flexibility and programme delivery operate 5 working days Monday to Saturday. Additional weekend working will be required as part of this role to support our clients and programmes of work. Opportunities to support additional overtime through evenings, weekends and travel abroad are also frequently available. Key Accountabilities: Essential: Installation, commissioning, and fault finding on new and older, protection, automatic transfer systems and various control systems. Co-ordinate commissioning plans, schedules, and checklists to ensure all commissioning activities and performance testing are executed efficiently Development of commissioning procedures Protection relays, synchroniser, transducers, primary and secondary injection testing, with the use of various test/commissioning equipment. Commissioning and testing of varying HV Assets using associated equipment to include; Omicron Campano 100 Omicron CT Analysers, Megger Sverker 750, Baur PGK 25/80E, Various Primary and Secondary Injection sets, Schneider LVP85510SP ACB Tester. (might be a bit too precise, remove if required) Ability to read and understand all levels and types of electrical drawings, SLD and control relay logic design documentation. Demonstrable experience to produce clear and professional job reports. Quality Control and Technical compliance in accordance with project requirements. Completing and transmitting inspection check-sheets as required Compliance with the Safety Management System and client safety rules Ensuring that all necessary technical reports (or contributions to technical reports) are completed in a timely manner. Support tendering and project managers with technical advice and customer communications as and when required. Facilitate a safe working environment during high / low voltage working. Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the standards, policies and procedures of Lucy Electric and its customers. Maintain all authorisations in accordance with legislative our safety procedures and industry best practice. Liaise closely with team to understand and manage priorities. Qualifications, Experience & Skills: Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience: Experience in multiple relays and competent to fully commission and sign off. These would include (not all): Alstom Electromechanical, VIP 300/400, Micrologic, G99, Micom P154/P122, Restricted Earth Fault (REF), TEC System T15 Competency with testing equipment: VLF, Campano, Sverker, Pressure Test. Certified in electricity at work and experience of delivering efficient and effective services to customers whether on site or at a planning stage from an office environment. Good knowledge of H&S and its practical implications. Good knowledge of Distribution Safety rules and their application. Computer literate skilled in MS office Full driver s License, willingness to travel within the UK as required, and work weekends as overtime or with a day off in the week. Behavioural Competencies: Good interpersonal skills with a pleasant and can-do attitude. Highly organised and tidy. Must have a positive and confident approach to tasks. Good problem-solving skills. Able to work independently, within/ or leading a team. Does this sound interesting? We would love to hear from you. Our application process is quick and easy. Apply today!
