Job Description
Job Title: National Grid Wireman
Location: Crossaig Substation, PA29 6YQ
Start: 16/03/2026
Duration: Until 20/03/2027
Hours: 50 per week (10 hours per day, Monday start)
Time Sheet Frequency: Weekly
Contract Type: Contingent (Time & Expense Sheets)
The Opportunity:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Wireman to support electrical installation activities within substation environments across the UK. Working as part of a site team, you will report directly to the Site Supervisor or Chargehand and play a key role in delivering high-quality electrical works in line with project specifications and industry standards.
Rates of Pay (GBP):
LTD / Umbrella:
- First 37 Hours: 29.12 per hour
- After 37 Hours / First 4 Hours Saturday: 30.87 per hour
- After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 33.65 per hour
PAYE:
- First 37 Hours: 21.54 per hour
- After 37 Hours / First 4 Hours Saturday: 22.84 per hour
- After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 24.90 per hour
Main Purpose of the Role:
- Support site teams with electrical installation activities.
- Carry out wiring tasks in line with Siemens Energy SoPs and client specifications.
- Maintain a strong duty of care for yourself and others on site.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work in accordance with all QEHS procedures and site inductions.
- Carry out wiring and installation tasks to required quality standards.
- Read and interpret drawings and mark up where required.
- Work within timescales set by the Work Party Leader.
- Adhere to site Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality Plans.
- Complete task cards and submit timesheets in line with required deadlines.
Experience Required:
Electrically qualified individual with:
- Minimum 1 year's experience working on Substation Panels, or
- 2 years' experience on similar equipment within Power Generation, Oil & Gas or Construction environments.
- Experience working within substation environments (e.g. National Grid, SSE, SPEN).
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings.
- Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and environmental legislation.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Essential Qualifications:
- All Construction Projects:
- CSCS Card or CCNSG Safety Passport
Recognised Electrical Qualifications:
- Manual Handling
- Working at Height
- Fire Safety Awareness
Client Specific (Desirable):
- SSE / Scottish Power / National Grid Person (e.g. BESC)
- NG Competent Person NSI6
- NG Competent Person NSI8 (Limited)
Personal Attributes:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Proactive approach to safety and problem-solving
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
- Professional approach to conflict resolution
- Committed to maintaining high safety and quality standards
Additional Information:
- Weekly timesheets
- 50 hours per week
- No travel time allocation
- Site-based work (Location Independent Worker)
- Medical and DBS checks not required
If you are an experienced Wireman with substation experience and are available for your next contract, we would like to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and full certification list.
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