The posting
Job Title: GIS Specialist Supervisor
Reporting to: Business Unit Manager
Business Unit: Major Projects Scotland
Purpose of the Position:
This role is to support Omexom with their 400/275/132kV GIS installations, both new builds and extensions to existing systems.
The role is to ensure that Omexom install the works to the manufacturer’s requirements, supervising the installation teams and being an escalation point should an issue arise. You will be responsible for preparing safety and quality documentation, ensuring the works are well controlled. This role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge of GIS and AIS substations, and effective communication skills. The successful candidate will enforce safety regulations (OH&S),
Responsibilities & Duties:
Including but not limited to the following:
· Conduct regular safety inspections, identify hazards, and ensure all site personnel adhere to safety regulations and procedures.
· Supervise day-to-day operations, including scheduling subcontractors and oversee work to ensure quality and compliance with building plans.
· Maintain daily site logs, track project progress against timelines, and report to project managers.
· Coordinate the delivery, storage, and inventory of construction materials to prevent downtime.
· Resolve on-site issues, such as design discrepancies or unforeseen site conditions, to prevent delays.
· Act as the primary point of contact between site workers, subcontractors, and management to ensure effective communication.
· Mentor, motivate and direct team members to meet strict project deadlines.
Governance:
Interfaces and relationships with key stakeholders:
· Construction team
· Subcontractors
· Project managers
· Clients
· Engineering team
· Suppliers & vendors
· SHEQ team
Person Specification
Qualifications and experience
· A minimum of a Level 4 NVQ in Construction Site Supervision.
· A gold CSCS Supervisory card and a valid Site Safety Plus Site Supervisor Training Scheme (SSSTS) certificate.
· A very strong understanding of risk assessment, site safety rules, and environmental sustainability.
· Proven ability to lead teams, manage subcontractors, and foster good working relationships between team members.
· Skills in programming work, managing resources, and ensuring quality control.
· Prior experience as a tradesperson, assistant supervisor, or a similar role.
· Proven ability to manage staff, motivate teams, and coordinate contractors.
Values
In line with Omexom’s values, the jobholder must possess the following qualities:
Team Spirit & Generosity – able to work effectively within and contribute to the Omexom team to deliver results, provide support and drive performance.
Trust and Empowerment – enjoy managing their responsibilities and time to ensure work is completed efficiently and professionally.
Integrity and Responsibility – enjoy taking responsibility for their duties and managing these effectively to ensure efficient high quality results.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship – continually strive to improve processes and introduce new initiatives to improve efficiency.



