Job Description: Electrical Supervisor (Black Hat) Position: Electrical Supervisor (Black Hat) Sector: Pharmaceutical / Life Sciences Employer: Electrical Contractor Location: Limerick Employment Type: Full-time Role Summary The Electrical Supervisor (Black Hat) will oversee day-to-day electrical installation works on a live pharmaceutical facility or new build pharma project. The role ensures that electrical, fire alarm, containment, instrumentation, and commissioning works are delivered safely, on schedule, and to GMP, Irish standards, and client specifications. The supervisor will manage site teams, coordinate with main contractors, and maintain the highest levels of quality and compliance expected within regulated pharma environments. Key Responsibilities Site Supervision & Leadership Supervise and lead electrical teams, apprentices, and subcontractors (Black Hat responsibility). Plan and allocate daily tasks to electricians ensuring efficient workforce utilisation. Conduct daily toolbox talks, coordination meetings, and assign permits as required. Health, Safety & Compliance Enforce company and site-specific safety rules in accordance with PSDP/PSCS, Irish Health & Safety legislation, and Safe Electric requirements. Hold responsibility for issuing, reviewing, and closing out Permits to Work, RAMS, and Method Statements. Ensure all works comply with ET101, IS 3218 (Fire Alarm Standard), and pharma GMP/GDP expectations. Technical Responsibilities Supervise installation of electrical services: containment, cable routing, lighting, small power, LV distribution, and specialist systems. Oversee installation, testing, commissioning, and sign-off offire alarm and life-safety systems (IS 3218). Ensure compliance with electrical drawings, specifications, and QA procedures. Support troubleshooting, inspections, and resolution of technical issues. Liaise with commissioning teams to ensure timely handover of systems. Coordination & Communication Work closely with project managers, client representatives, main contractors, and other trades. Review drawings, identify clashes, and provide feedback to engineering/design teams. Maintain accurate site records, redline drawings, progress reports, and daily logs. Quality & Documentation Ensure all installations meet pharmaceutical cleanroom and utility standards. Carry out quality inspections, snag lists, and ensure corrections are completed. Prepare documentation for QA/QC, testing, and final project turnover packs. Qualifications & Experience Fully qualified electrician (National Craft Certificate) with Safe Electric registration. Minimum 5+ years of experience supervising electrical works onpharmaceutical, biotech, or data centre projects. Strong competency infire alarm installation and commissioning (IS 3218). Experience managing teams in a Black Hat supervisory role. Excellent understanding of Irish electrical regulations and controlled GMP environments. ValidSafe Pass,Manual Handling, and other mandatory site tickets (MEWP, Abrasive Wheel, etc.). Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Desirable Skills Knowledge of instrumentation or ATEX systems. Previous experience with cleanrooms or validated environments. Project planning and reporting skills (e.g., MS Office, Bluebeam, BIM viewers). First Aid or Lead Worker Representative training. Whats next Click Apply Nowto submit your application and we will be in touch asap for our initial screening. If this role isnt the perfect match but you're interested in similar opportunities, feel free to get in touch.
