Substation Site Manager

Omexom ROI • Ireland, MS

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About The Position

The Substation Site Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management, coordination, and successful delivery of electrical substation construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects. The role ensures that work is completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. It includes managing site teams, subcontractors, resources, and stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with client, statutory, and company requirements. The position reports to the Project Manager and is based in the Ireland business unit.

Requirements

• Degree, diploma, or trade qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Safe Pass (Ireland).
• SMSTS, IOSH Managing Safely, or equivalent.
• First Aid certification.
• Full driving licence.
• Minimum 5–10 years' experience in electrical infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience managing HV/MV substation projects.
• Experience in utility, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, or industrial sectors.
• Strong understanding of ESB, EirGrid, or utility specifications and standards.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of civil works.

Responsibilities

• Manage all on-site activities associated with substation construction, refurbishment, and maintenance projects.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise civil, structural, electrical, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with project programmes and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Design Engineers, Commissioning Engineers, and client representatives.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Manage site logistics, labour, plant, materials, and subcontractors.
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture across all site activities.
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures, client requirements, and legislative obligations.
• Lead site safety briefings, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Ensure all permits, RAMS, and method statements are in place and followed.
• Conduct site inspections and audits.
• Investigate incidents and near misses, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical oversight.
• Manage commercial and programme control.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree