NG Wireman

Job Description:

Wireman with NG Persons Melksham

Job description:

Active (Pathways) Solutions is looking for experienced Wireman with National Grid Person qualifications to work on a project in Melksham.

Candidates must be experienced Substation Wireman as this is primarily a fitting role, with the additional tickets required.

Monday - Friday 50hrs

Role: Wireman with National Grid Persons

Location: Melksham

Start Date: 05/10/2026

Duration: April 2027

Pay rate: £30p/hour

Payment: CIS

Must hold the relevant National Grid (NG) authorisations and have the appropriate tickets and experience for the role.

Duties and responsibilities of the role

• Carrying out mechanical fitting works on an electrical infrastructure project
• Installing, assembling and fitting mechanical equipment and components
• Working from drawings, specifications and site instructions
• Supporting lifting operations and the movement of equipment as required
• Operating telehandler equipment where required and within the scope of CPCS certification
• Supervising lifting operations where required and within the scope of Lift Supervisor certification
• Working closely with site management, engineers and other trades
• Ensuring all mechanical installation works are completed safely and to the required standard
• Following all relevant site, health and safety and National Grid procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment
• Carrying out any other mechanical fitting duties required on site

Skills and attributes (desirable)

We are looking for experienced, reliable and safety-focused Wireman who have the additional qualifications required for the role.

• Proven experience as a Wireman
• National Grid (NG) Authorisations essential
• Previous experience working on electrical infrastructure or substation projects
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings
• Good understanding of site health and safety procedures
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking
• Able to work effectively as part of a site team

About you

You must be a Wireman with relevant experience. Candidates who only hold the additional tickets but do not have fitting experience will not be considered.

You must hold the relevant NG authorisations.

Candidates must be available to start on 05/10/2026 and be able to provide relevant references.

About us

Active (Pathways) Solutions specialise exclusively in the supply of temporary and permanent labour to the following sectors: Interior Fit Out, Construction and Civil Engineering.

We currently have a large number of positions throughout the UK. If you feel you are suitable for this position or similar projects in the near future, please contact a member of our experienced team on (phone number removed) to have a discussion with one of our experienced consultants.