EIC Site Supervisor - Contract

Kanadevia Inova • Contract • Essex • 1w ago

Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond..

Find out more about Kanadevia Inova at www.kanadevia-inova.com.

Job Description

Site Supervisor EIC (Electrical, Instrumentation & Control) – Contract

Location: Thameside ERF, Tilbury, Essex, RM18 7SG
Duration: 12-month contract with strong continuity and project visibility
Target Start Date: June 2026
Daily Rate: £500–£550 per day negotiable (guideline, depending on experience and suitability)

We are delivering the Thameside Energy Recovery Facility (ERF) in Tilbury and are seeking an experienced EIC Site Supervisor to support a key phase of installation, testing, and commissioning. This is a hands-on, site-based contract role suited to a contractor who can integrate quickly, take ownership, and deliver from day one.

Scope of Role

Take ownership of EIC site activities across electrical, instrumentation, and control systems
Act as the key on-site interface between contractors, site management, and engineering teams
Support installation, testing, and commissioning to meet programme milestones
Drive safe, efficient execution aligned to project timelines and quality standards
Provide practical, on-the-ground leadership to ensure work is delivered right first time

Key Responsibilities

Lead and enforce HSEQ standards, ensuring all works are carried out in line with approved RAMS
Coordinate subcontractors and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues quickly
Manage defects, punch lists, and completion activities through to close-out
Support testing, commissioning, and fault-finding across EIC systems
Raise and manage site changes, deviations, and interface issues with the wider project team

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

Proven experience in EIC supervision on industrial or energy projects (EfW, power, oil & gas, etc.)
Strong background working in live construction and commissioning environments

Technical Requirements

Experience with HV/MV/LV systems, instrumentation, and control systems (PLC/DCS)
Strong understanding of installation, inspection, testing, and commissioning processes
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and documentation
Solid knowledge of HSEQ requirements and safe systems of work
Experience managing interfaces between electrical and mechanical systems

Qualifications & Logistics

Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent experience
SSSTS (or equivalent) – essential
HV switching or authorisation (advantageous)
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office and site reporting tools

Additional Information

Why This Contract?

Major Energy-from-Waste project with a leading OEM
12-month contract with strong continuity and project visibility
Competitive £500–£550/day rate (inside IR35)
Immediate start with an experienced and collaborative site team
Opportunity for continued work on future Kanadevia Inova projects, subject to performance

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.