Assurance Lead Electrical & Mechanical (Sizewell C)
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Assurance Lead Electrical & Mechanical (Sizewell C)
Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.
Location: Sizewell C. Leiston, Suffolk ( 5 days a week onsite).
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: £70,000 £80,000 per annum - dependant on experience.
Benefits:
5% CIP bonus
28 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee -15% employer
Ongoing professional development
Other lifestyle benefits
Are you a strong team player who thrives under pressure?
Do you have the drive and expertise to ensure the successful delivery of critical infrastructure? Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious energy projects? If so, we want to hear from you.
About the Project
As the Assurance Lead – Electrical & Mechanical, you will work closely with the Assurance & Utilities Manager and the wider Site Operations team to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of construction and maintenance works. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the delivery of construction and maintenance activities for SZC-owned assets and infrastructure.
Deputise for the Assurance & Utilities Manager, including attending key meetings and delivering team briefings.
Coordinate daily construction and maintenance operations to meet project timelines.
Oversee substation and cabling works on SZC’s private networks.
Ensure high standards of safety and compliance with SZC values and procedures.
Provide technical support for design and engineering activities.
Manage teams of employees and contractors during engineering tasks.
Act as a Control Person and Senior Authorised Person for planned and emergency works.
Participate in standby rotas and respond to system faults, including during unsocial hours.
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
Proven experience with 400V to 11kV distribution systems.
HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Strong knowledge of HV systems and specialist HV equipment.
Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using Microsoft Office, MS Project, and other relevant software.
Excellent analytical, planning, and organisational skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to work in different fast-paced environments
Ability to identify problems, understand key issues and investigate alternatives.
Desirable:
Familiarity with SZC processes and requirements.
Strong negotiation, influencing, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
Relevant safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
National Grid BESC approval.
Knowledge of HV SCADA systems.
CSCS or CCNSG certification.
Understanding of CDM Regulations
Minimum 11kV Senior Authorised Person as defined by the E&M Safety Rules.
Why join Sizewell C?
Be part of a transformative national infrastructure project.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and safety-first environment.
Contribute to the UK’s net-zero future.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Apply Now!
If you're ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and join one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the UK, we want to hear from you.
Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together.
For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The SZC Jobs Service supports local people into exciting, long-term careers across our Project. #SZCJobs
Assurance Lead Electrical & Mechanical (Sizewell C)
Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.
Location: Sizewell C. Leiston, Suffolk ( 5 days a week onsite).
Contract: Permanent, full-time.
Salary: £70,000 £80,000 per annum - dependant on experience.
Benefits:
5% CIP bonus
28 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Contributory pension of up to 7.5% employee -15% employer
Ongoing professional development
Other lifestyle benefits
Are you a strong team player who thrives under pressure?
Do you have the drive and expertise to ensure the successful delivery of critical infrastructure? Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in one of the UK’s most ambitious energy projects? If so, we want to hear from you.
About the Project
As the Assurance Lead – Electrical & Mechanical, you will work closely with the Assurance & Utilities Manager and the wider Site Operations team to ensure the timely and high-quality delivery of construction and maintenance works. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring technical expertise, strong communication skills, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the delivery of construction and maintenance activities for SZC-owned assets and infrastructure.
Deputise for the Assurance & Utilities Manager, including attending key meetings and delivering team briefings.
Coordinate daily construction and maintenance operations to meet project timelines.
Oversee substation and cabling works on SZC’s private networks.
Ensure high standards of safety and compliance with SZC values and procedures.
Provide technical support for design and engineering activities.
Manage teams of employees and contractors during engineering tasks.
Act as a Control Person and Senior Authorised Person for planned and emergency works.
Participate in standby rotas and respond to system faults, including during unsocial hours.
What You’ll Bring
Essential:
Proven experience with 400V to 11kV distribution systems.
HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
Strong knowledge of HV systems and specialist HV equipment.
Proficiency in reading technical drawings and using Microsoft Office, MS Project, and other relevant software.
Excellent analytical, planning, and organisational skills.
Full UK driving licence.
Ability to work in different fast-paced environments
Ability to identify problems, understand key issues and investigate alternatives.
Desirable:
Familiarity with SZC processes and requirements.
Strong negotiation, influencing, interpersonal and decision-making skills.
Relevant safety qualifications (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH).
National Grid BESC approval.
Knowledge of HV SCADA systems.
CSCS or CCNSG certification.
Understanding of CDM Regulations
Minimum 11kV Senior Authorised Person as defined by the E&M Safety Rules.
Why join Sizewell C?
Be part of a transformative national infrastructure project.
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, and safety-first environment.
Contribute to the UK’s net-zero future.
Opportunities for career growth and professional development.
Apply Now!
If you're ready to make an impact, lead with purpose, and join one of the most ambitious infrastructure projects in the UK, we want to hear from you.
Let’s build a cleaner, greener future together.
For this role you must have evidence of right to work in the UK. As a project, we do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.