Mechanical Supervisor - Substation Projects

Mechanical Supervisor - Substation Project Location: Vanguard West, Norfolk, PE37 8EG Contract: Temporary Start: 5 October 2026 End: 30 July 2027 Hours: 50 hours per week - 10 hours per day IR35: Outside IR35 Positions: 1 Pay Rates: LTD / Umbrella: First 37 hours: 39.00 per hour After 37 hours / first 4 hours Saturday: 41.34 per hour After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 45.06 per hour We are currently recruiting for an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to support a major converter station project at Vanguard West in Norfolk. The role will involve supporting the Site Manager and taking the lead in coordinating small teams and work activities across multiple work fronts. The ideal candidate will have previous mechanical supervision experience within a substation, converter station, power generation or major construction environment. Role Responsibilities: Lead and coordinate site teams across various work fronts. Support the Site Manager with the day-to-day delivery of works. Ensure activities are completed safely, on time, to the required quality and within budget. Forward plan upcoming works and ensure the required engineering information, plant, materials and labour are available. Coordinate with other work parties to ensure safe and efficient working. Identify and communicate potential programme delays or deviations. Capture delays and disruption outside the original scope of works. Ensure compliance with site rules, QEHS procedures and project requirements. Support the completion of task cards and project documentation. Ensure timesheets and expenses are submitted within the required timescales. Promote a strong safety culture and maintain effective relationships with site management and other teams. Requirements: Previous experience as a Mechanical Supervisor, Site Supervisor, General Foreman or similar. Converter station, substation or wider power-sector experience is highly desirable. Experience working on mechanical or el