Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role:
The Electrical Supervisor is responsible for the safe, efficient, and effective management of Electrical Production activities across multiple workstreams and teams. The role provides leadership and direction to Team Leaders, Electrical Testers and Electrical Fitters, ensuring production targets, quality standards, customer requirements, and project milestones are achieved.
The Electrical Production Supervisor is accountable for driving operational performance, resource utilisation, workforce capability, and continuous improvement initiatives within the Electrical Production department. This role acts as a key link between Production Management, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Manufacturing teams to ensure the successful delivery of projects in line with Marshall Land Systems standards and customer expectations.
Your responsibilities in this role include:
Production Leadership & Supervision
Lead, manage and coordinate the day-to-day activities of Electrical Production teamsProvide direction and support to Team Leaders, ensuring effective allocation of labour, skills, and resourcesMonitor production progress against schedules and take corrective action where required to maintain delivery commitmentsEnsure production activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with business prioritiesResolve operational challenges and escalate significant risks or issues to the Electrical Production ManagerPromote a positive, accountable, and high-performing team culture across all Electrical Production areas
Production Planning & Delivery
Support the development and execution of production schedules in line with project and business requirementsCoordinate labour allocation to maximise productivity and resource utilisationMonitor build progress and performance metrics to ensure project milestones and customer delivery dates are achievedCollaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality and Project teams to minimise disruption to production activitiesIdentify and mitigate production risks that may impact cost, quality, or delivery performanceDrive adherence to production processes, standard work instructions, and manufacturing best practices
People Management & Development
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentoring to Team Leaders and production personnelConduct performance reviews and regular one-to-one meetings in line with company proceduresSupport recruitment, onboarding, training and succession planning activities within the departmentIdentify skills gaps and implement development plans to improve team capability and flexibilityManage attendance, disciplinary matters, and employee relations issues in accordance with company policiesFoster a culture of teamwork, accountability, engagement, and continuous learning
Technical & Operational Oversight
Provide technical guidance and support for complex electrical build, installation, testing and fault-finding activitiesEnsure teams can effectively interpret engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentationSupport the resolution of production and quality issues through structured problem-solving techniquesEnsure compliance with Marshall Electrical Standardisation, engineering requirements and customer specificationsLiaise with Engineering and Quality teams to address design, manufacturability, and production concerns
Quality, Compliance & Continuous Improvement
Ensure all electrical manufacturing, installation and testing activities comply with BS 7671, IPC-A-620 requirements, customer standards and internal proceduresDrive a right-first-time culture and reduce rework through effective quality controls and process disciplineSupport internal and external audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented effectivelyMonitor quality performance metrics and lead investigations into recurring issuesLead and support Lean Manufacturing, 5S and Continuous Improvement initiativesEncourage the identification and implementation of process improvements to improve efficiency, safety and quality
Health, Safety & Environment
Champion a strong safety culture throughout Electrical ProductionEnsure compliance with Marshall Health and Safety Management Systems, policies and proceduresConduct regular workplace inspections and support risk assessments where requiredEnsure personnel are appropriately trained, competent, and equipped to carry out their duties safelyInvestigate accidents, near misses and safety concerns, implementing corrective actions as requiredPromote and maintain high standards of housekeeping and workplace organisation through 5S principles
Administration & Communication
Monitor and ensure accurate job bookings, labour reporting and production data within the IFS ERP systemPrepare and communicate production performance updates, including delivery, quality and resource metricsParticipate in daily, weekly and monthly operational review meetingsCommunicate business priorities, production objectives and key project information to production teamsMaintain accurate records to support traceability, quality assurance and compliance requirementsEnsure mandatory training, certifications and departmental records remain current
Apply if you have most of the following:
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, Apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline18th Edition BS 7671 qualificationCity & Guilds 2391-52 Inspection and TestingIOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (desirable)Formal leadership or supervisory qualification (desirable)Strong understanding of electrical installation principles, testing processes, and manufacturing practicesWorking knowledge of IPC-A-620 standardsAbility to interpret complex engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentationKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and 5S methodologiesCompetence using ERP systems (preferably IFS) and Microsoft Office applicationsStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and organisational skillsExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilitiesSignificant experience within electrical production, manufacturing, installation, or testing environmentsProven supervisory or leadership experience managing production teamsExperience of production planning, resource allocation, and performance managementExperience within defence, aerospace, vehicle integration, modular infrastructure, or other complex manufacturing environmentsExperience leading Continuous Improvement or Lean Manufacturing projectsDemonstrated ability to lead by example in safety, quality, customer focus, and operational excellenceExperience driving continuous improvement and supporting a culture of operational excellenceProven ability to maintain high standards of communication, organisation, decision-making, and accountability
Additional Local Needs:
Onsite role based in Merthyr Tydfil, South WalesSuccessful candidates will need to complete a BPSS check
Benefits in this role include:
Opportunity to lead multiple electrical production teams on complex, high-profile engineering projectsSignificant influence over operational performance, workforce capability and continuous improvement initiativesBroad cross-functional exposure through collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Supply Chain and Project teamsClear pathway to develop senior leadership capability within a growing manufacturing and engineering environmentOpportunity to shape production processes, drive Lean Manufacturing improvements and contribute to strategic business objectives
Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.
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