GIS Supervisor T&D Project

Reference: 101_1750687645

Job Title: GIS Supervisor T&D Project

Location: UK/Europe

Contract Length: Minimum 8 Months

Working Pattern: 5-6 days per week

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced GIS Supervisor to join a major Transmission & Distribution project, supporting high-voltage (HV) GIS installation and commissioning activities on-site. This is an 8-month minimum contract role with potential for extension, based in either the UK/Europe. The ideal candidate will have deep knowledge of Gas Insulated Substation (GIS) systems-preferably at 400kV level-and hands-on experience supervising mechanical and commissioning activities on complex T&D projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and supervise on-site GIS erection and commissioning activities.
  • Guide and support the commissioning team by advising on best practices for site organisation, mechanical assembly, and equipment installation.
  • Instruct local manpower on how to properly unpack, handle, and assemble all GIS equipment.
  • Check civil readiness for GIS installation, ensuring alignment with technical requirements.
  • Collaborate with the commissioning team to prepare for and perform Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
  • Act as the main point of contact for GIS-related activities on-site, ensuring all erection tasks are performed to the highest safety and quality standards.
  • Coordinate with site teams and commissioning engineers to ensure smooth project execution.

Requirements:

  • Extensive experience supervising GIS erection and commissioning on high-voltage substations (preferably 400kV).
  • Strong mechanical background with proven experience assembling GIS equipment.
  • Familiar with civil, electrical, and mechanical interfaces involved in GIS installations.
  • Ability to lead local manpower teams and liaise effectively with commissioning engineers.
  • Strong understanding of HSE protocols and quality procedures on T&D projects.
  • Willingness to work internationally and adapt to project-specific requirements and cultural environments.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Negotiable

United Kingdom

Contract

Added 23/06/2025
Reference: 101_1750687645

GIS Supervisor T&D Project

United Kingdom
Contract

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