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Site Manager – Kent (Substation)

? Start: ASAP
? Duration: Initial 3–12 months (rolling)
? Competitive day rate (DOE)
? Location: Kent

The Opportunity

We’re recruiting an experienced Site Manager (also suitable for a Site Supervisor with full NSI 6 & 8 authorisations) to lead the safe, efficient delivery of an ongoing energy infrastructure package at a Kent-based HV substation. You’ll own day-to-day operations—planning, delivery, HSE/CDM, quality, and stakeholder management—driving productivity, compliance, and on-time delivery. You’ll provide leadership to site teams, support the Field Operations Manager, and act as the key interface with clients and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities

Manage daily site operations to programme, spec, and HSE standards
Lead/coordinate site teams & subcontractors; deliver briefings and TBTs
Ensure CDM compliance; conduct inspections and safety audits
Control resources, materials, and plant; report progress and maintain records
Liaise with clients, local authorities, and stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement; support incident/near-miss investigations
About You

Proven Site Manager on HV substation projects (civils, E&M)
8+ years in HV; 5+ years substation site management
Strong knowledge of civil, LV & HV works and multi-OEM substation equipment
Commercially aware; excellent leadership, communication & problem solving
IT-literate (site management/reporting tools)
Qualifications & Competencies

National Grid Competent Person – Full NSI 6 & 8 Authorisation
CSCS card (mandatory)
Full UK driving licence
TP137 or SR163 (formal assessment required)
SMSTS or IOSH Managing Safely; First Aid (3-day); HSG47
Temporary Works Coordinator/Supervisor
HNC/HND (Elec/Mech/Civil) or equivalent experience
NEBOSH (desirable); knowledge of impressed voltages
What’s on Offer

Long-term, rolling contract on a high-profile National Grid substation
Competitive rates & expenses
Strong safety culture and career-defining project experience
? Apply/Enquiries: Laura at RGB Recruitment — (url removed)