At Bridges we are more than Engineers.
We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.
As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK.
We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.
Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.
Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off-site manufacturing capacity.
Role Purpose Due to continued growth bridges are currently looking for an electrician supervisor on a permanent basis.
This role will involve supervising electrical engineering works to be completed on Thames Water and Southern Water sites across the East London and Kent areas.
The Role This is a permanent job role.
Core hours Monday to Friday, contracted to 40hrs per week.
Paid hourly with overtime paid by the hour.
You will be paid travel time door to door, on top of your contracted and overtime hours.
Company van can be provided or we can provide a van allowance (providing you have a suitable van with no signage).
To be responsible for supervising electrical installations in accordance with BS7671 and Bridges Health & Safety Rules and Essential Standards Ensure that all Health and Safety legislation and regulations are adhered to by the site teams Ensure that all items are installed to the highest standards, in compliance with the project's quality plan and inspection and test plans To follow and actively promote the STAR dynamic risk assessment.
To coach and mentor Electricians, Electrical Improvers/Mates and Apprentices.
Promote and demonstrate the Bridges' values when dealing with peers, staff, customers and clients.
Promote positive health and wellbeing amongst their peer.
To act in a professional manner and be an ambassador for Bridges, supporting the business goals and maintaining the company's positive reputation.
Requirements The Candidate ECS gold card (essential) SSSTS / SMSTS (essential) Experience as an Electrical Supervisor Experience within water / heavy industrial / construction industry Industrial and/or panel wiring experience (desirable) Good client engagement and communication skills Able to manage own and others workload Experienced in site managing electrical projects Appropriate City & Guilds trade Qualification CCNSG (or similar) Full UK driving license Fit to work medical.
Desirable: EUSR water hygiene Thames water passport Inspection and testing certificate Emergency first aid or First Aider PASMA / IPAF / Confined space CompEx.
Benefits BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career.
Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and wellbeing.
We are a family run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.
Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package: Competitive salaries Health cash plan with Healthshield Standard Life Pension Scheme - 4.5% company contribution Life Assurance Scheme Employee Discount Scheme Bike 2 Work scheme Training and development opportunities Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone Employee recognition schemes When you join us, you'll be part of our exciting journey.
Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we'll make sure you are supported and invested in.
We believe in 'team bridges' and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles; Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.
Come and be part of our team!
Bridges is an equal opportunities employee and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace.