Electrical Supervisor
Full Time/Permanent
Engineering, Maintenance
£50,000 to £74,999
£50000 per annum, Benefits: 50K + Career Progression + Training + 20 Day Holiday + Private Healthcare
All London
West Central London
JO-2208-251817
13-01-2026 05:02 PM
2026-02-12
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Day Supervisor (Electrical Bias) to support the fit-out and transition to operation of the new new headquarters. This role will initially operate on a temporary basis, potentially until the end of 2024, with the opportunity to become permanent thereafter.
The successful candidate will act as the day-to-day operational supervisor, responsible for safe electrical isolations, restoration of power, and the issuing and management of Permits to Work (PTW) for contractors engaged in the fit-out works. As the building moves toward live operation, the role will evolve to support mobilisation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
This is a unique opportunity to be involved from mobilisation through to full operation of a best-in-class smart building, offering exposure to cutting-edge FM technologies and future-focused operating models.
The Building The new headquarters incorporates industry-leading smart building technologies, including:
We are seeking an experienced Day Supervisor (Electrical Bias) to support the fit-out and transition to operation of the new new headquarters. This role will initially operate on a temporary basis, potentially until the end of 2024, with the opportunity to become permanent thereafter.
The successful candidate will act as the day-to-day operational supervisor, responsible for safe electrical isolations, restoration of power, and the issuing and management of Permits to Work (PTW) for contractors engaged in the fit-out works. As the building moves toward live operation, the role will evolve to support mobilisation, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
This is a unique opportunity to be involved from mobilisation through to full operation of a best-in-class smart building, offering exposure to cutting-edge FM technologies and future-focused operating models.
The Building The new headquarters incorporates industry-leading smart building technologies, including:
- Fully integrated BIM (Building Information Model) platform
- Client concierge and digital service systems
- A highly connected, data-driven operating environment designed to improve efficiency, resilience, and sustainability
- Act as Day Supervisor, overseeing daily site activities and contractor interfaces
- Safely isolate and restore LV electrical systems for fit-out contractors
- Issue, manage, and close Permits to Work, ensuring full compliance with site procedures
- Liaise with Engineering Contractors, Shift Teams, Engineering Manager, and Permit Manager to plan and execute works safely
- Support fit-out contractor activities including isolations, connections, permits, and access requirements
- Undertake structured training and building/system familiarisation as part of the Soft Landings process
- Support the Shift Supervisor in developing operational processes and building setup
- Witness and shadow commissioning activities and review project documentation
- Assist maintenance teams during quieter project phases
- Maintain systems and assets using data-driven tools and digital platforms (training provided)
- Raise, manage, and close jobs using PDAs and CAFM systems
- Maintain accurate maintenance and permit records for directly employed staff and subcontractors
- Investigate faults, identify root causes, and produce accurate and timely reports
- Prepare reports and documentation as required by the Engineering Manager or Shift Leader
- Promote and uphold safe working practices, quality standards, and best-practice methods
- Identify smarter, more efficient ways of working and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Make a positive contribution to team performance and standards
- Previous experience as a Building Services Engineer (Electrical Bias)
- Practical experience working within critical environments (corporate banking or data centre preferred)
- Experience with Permit to Work systems, electrical and water isolations
- Strong working knowledge of HVAC and associated building services systems
- HV switching experience (11kV–33kV) – essential
- HV switching qualification/experience (up to 33kV)
- City & Guilds Electrical qualifications (Parts 1 & 2 or recognised apprenticeship)
- 18th Edition BS7671 Wiring Regulations
- C&G 2391 Inspection & Testing
- ACoP L8 (Water Hygiene)
- IOSH qualification
- Willingness to be authorised as LVAP on site
- BMS and control systems
- HVAC plant: Chillers, AHUs, FCUs, VAV systems
- LTHW boilers
- Life safety systems
- 400V LV systems
- UPS and 2N power distribution
- STS / ATS systems
- Generators
- Smart buildings, IoT, and innovative technologies
- Energy management and optimisation
- Self-motivated, flexible, and eager to learn new tools and technologies
- Strong customer-facing and communication skills
- Calm under pressure with the ability to work to strict timescales
- Proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Comfortable working independently or as part of a large, multi-disciplinary team
- Willing to adjust working patterns and work weekends where required
- Team player who leads by example and promotes high standards
- Committed to safe working practices, quality, and compliance
- Strong organisational and reporting skills
- Confident PC user
- Experience in HV operations and critical services environments
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