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Site Manager - Medium Voltage Installations
On-site in Zaragoza·Added 2 months ago
Overview
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Catenon doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work on-site in Zaragoza
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
Driving licence
EU licences are valid in Spain; most others only for six months after you become resident.
This job was automatically translated to English.
Requirements
What we're looking for
Must-Haves:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Site Manager, Senior Crew Leader, or equivalent position in Medium Voltage installations.
- Solid technical knowledge of substations, electrical lines (overhead and underground), cabling, and assembly.
- Proven ability to lead, organize, and motivate work teams and subcontractors.
- Training in Occupational Risk Prevention (PRL) applicable to the electrical sector.
- Valid driver's license and availability to travel to different project locations.
- Problem-solving profile, strongly hands-on oriented, and capable of making decisions on site.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Previous experience working for electrical distribution companies.
- Specific courses on High and Medium Voltage electrical work or certification as a Preventive Resource.
- Ability to bring a network of reliable journeymen and specialists to form new crews.
- Proficiency in basic site planning and monitoring software tools.
- Residency in Zaragoza or surrounding areas.
The role
We are looking for a Medium Voltage Site Manager to lead the technical and operational execution of our projects in the Aragon area and surrounding regions. In this strategic position, you will be the key link between the Project Management and field teams, taking responsibility for organizing daily production and ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. Your main mission will be to coordinate both in-house crews and subcontractors, bringing order, anticipation, and practical solutions to any issues that arise on site. If you are a professional with a strong on-site presence, leadership skills, and a desire to actively participate in building and consolidating a stable team within a rapidly growing company, this is the place for you. We offer an environment with great autonomy, a company vehicle, and a career path with real progression toward Production Management positions.
What you'll do
- Organize and coordinate daily site work, efficiently assigning tasks, resources, and auxiliary equipment.
- Direct and supervise in-house crews and subcontractors (journeymen, electricians, and installers).
- Comprehensively oversee the installation, maintenance, and execution of Medium Voltage systems, substations, and power lines.
- Interpret blueprints, single-line diagrams, and technical documentation to ensure precise execution and compliance with regulations.
- Carry out site surveys, measurements of completed units, and production control to support billing and cost management.
- Coordinate the supply of materials, tools, and machinery, managing their receipt and availability on site.
- Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations, occupational risk prevention, and electrical procedures (clearances and lockouts).
- Maintain smooth communication with clients, technical management, distribution companies, and external bodies.
- Report periodically on progress, incidents, staffing needs, and deviation risks to the Project Management.
- Actively participate in the selection, training, and motivation of journeymen and crew leaders to build stable teams.
About Catenon
Catenon is a global executive search and international recruitment firm that combines technology, data, and human insight to identify the best professionals worldwide. With 23 offices across the planet and operations in more than 100 countries, the company specializes in board search, executive search, middle management recruitment, international recruitment, salary benchmarking, and talent projects for industries including construction, engineering, energy, IT, life sciences, and professional services.
Headquartered in Madrid, Spain, Catenon operates as a Spanish multinational with a strong presence in the local market, offering roles such as Jefe de Obra, Director General, and Sales Manager across Spain. The company's work culture emphasizes global mobility, with opportunities for expatriation (e.g., COO in Mexico) and multilingual roles (e.g., French Desk in Madrid), making it attractive for international professionals seeking cross-border careers in recruitment and talent management.
- Industry
- Recruitment
- Website
- catenon.com
In their own words
About the company & team
Our client is a leading company specialized in electrical installations and automation, currently in a phase of strong growth and expansion. With a solid track record and deep technical expertise, the organization stands out for its agility, decision-making capacity, and dynamic work environment. They are immersed in developing a new operational structure for Medium Voltage projects, offering a stable environment where talent and experience are valued in building high-performing teams. This is an ideal opportunity for professionals seeking autonomy and the chance to become key figures within a forward-thinking corporation with direct access to management.
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