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Our team is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity - safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.\nAt SP Energy Networks, we know people are central to building a better future, quicker and we are seeking new talent to join our team.\nWhat you'll be doing\nAs a Trainee Site Manager within the 132kV Projects Delivery Team within SP Manweb, you'll learn while you work. The programme combines practical, experience with shadowing, coaching, and mentoring from experienced managers across Overhead Lines, Substations, Cable Networks, Civils, and Electrical Installations. Alongside this, you'll work towards achieving your CIOB Certificate and Diploma in Site Management, helping you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for a successful career in site management.\nWithin your role as a Trainee Site Manager, you will:\nInitially observe, progressively participate and eventually lead planning, coordinating, and monitoring contractor activities on-site as you develop.\nMaintaining a robust safety culture ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards (including inspections, material testing, daily progress records, and weekly progress meetings).\nOversee the Construction and Commissioning stages of projects.\nManage design change processes with engineering teams.\nAct as an interface with operational colleagues such as protection engineers and Senior Authorised Person(s).\nThe programme is designed to support Trainee Site Managers to develop the necessary competencies and achieving successful completion within 18 to 24 months.\nUpon successful completion, Trainees Site Manager are expected to move into a permanent Site Manager role, fully equipped to coordinate large-scale projects, manage multi-disciplinary teams and ensure timely delivery within SP Transmission’s drive toward a sustainable, Net Zero energy network.\nWhat you’ll bring\nWe are in search of individuals who are enthusiastic about acquiring new skills and advancing in their careers.\nAs a minimum, you must demonstrate:\nSupervisory experience within Energy, Construction or Utilities OR a degree in Electrical, Civil, or Construction Management.\nStrong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.\nExcellent communication skills, both written and verbal.\nPrior Health and Safety knowledge.\nValid UK Driving licence.\n What’s in it for you\nAs well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.\nAt ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action - our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world - today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:\n36 days annual leave\nHoliday Purchase - perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave\nShare Schemes\nPayroll Giving and Charity Matched Funding\nTechnology Vouchers - save more and spread the cost of your technology purchases\nElectric Vehicle Schemes - to help you transition to green/clean driving\nCycle to Work scheme and Public Transport Season Ticket Loans\nHealthcare benefit options including: Dental Insurance, Private Medical Insurance, Health Cash Plan and annual Health Assessments\nLife Assurance (4x salary)\nAccess to Savesmart financial wellbeing support\nPlus, shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more\nWhy SP Energy Networks\nSP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. 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