Job

About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Specialist Electrician Chargehand to join our dynamic team working on the HS2 project in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong background in electrical systems, HFR (Human Form Recognition) experience, or electro-mechanical and heavy plant knowledge. You will be responsible for overseeing electrical installations, coordinating work teams, ensuring high safety standards, and supporting the successful execution of this world-class project.

This project is paid PAYE direct at £32.21 with uplifts for overtime and nights (£42.83) and weekends (£48.31)

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage electrical installations and maintenance work on-site, ensuring adherence to health, safety, and quality standards.
• Supervise and mentor a team of electricians, ensuring all work is carried out efficiently and to the highest standards.
• Perform electrical fault-finding, diagnostics, and repairs on electro-mechanical systems, including heavy plant machinery.
• Work collaboratively with engineers and other trades to ensure smooth project progress and effective problem-solving.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, regulatory standards, and company policies.
• Coordinate with management to allocate resources, monitor progress, and provide regular updates on project status.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to safety, ensuring risk assessments and method statements are completed and adhered to.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience as an Electrical Chargehand or in a supervisory electrical role, ideally in heavy plant or electro-mechanical environments.
• Strong understanding of HFR (Human Form Recognition) systems and applications.
• Demonstrable experience working with heavy plant machinery and large-scale electrical installations.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a diverse team.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Full electrical qualifications (e.g., 18th Edition, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent).
• Valid CSCS card, with relevant site-based qualifications (e.g., SSSTS, SMSTS).
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and a keen eye for detail.

Desirable:

• Experience working on large infrastructure projects such as HS2.
• Additional qualifications in HFR, electro-mechanical systems, or plant operations.
• First aid and additional safety qualifications.

What We Offer:

• Long-term, ongoing work on the prestigious HS2 project.
• Competitive salary with opportunities for progression.
• A supportive, safety-focused working environment.
• Chance to work on one of the largest and most exciting infrastructure projects in the UK.

As an equal opportunities employer McGinley Support Services (Infrastructure) Ltd is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective applicants. We actively seek applications from all sectors of the community and particularly encourage applications from women, those with a disability (that is permissible to a safety-critical environment) and ethnically diverse or ethnic minority candidates, as these groups are underrepresented throughout the construction industry.