Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: Cowley Substation, Cowley, Oxford Start Date: 24th March 2026 End Date: 26th October2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (45 hours per week) Rate: 320 - 350 per day (depending on experience) Type: Temporary / Contract Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support delivery works on a live transmission substation project at Cowley Substation, Oxford, for a major UK infrastructure contractor. This role is suited to candidates with a strong background in National Grid environments and proven experience working on high-voltage substation installations within a live transmission setting. Key Responsibilities: Electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment Installation of control and protection systems Installation of earthing systems Installation of outdoor plant including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear Maintenance of high-voltage equipment Fault finding on both LV and HV systems Receiving, interpreting, and working to HV documentation and permits Working safely within a live transmission environment in line with site procedures Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Persons authorisation (mandatory) Demonstrable experience on HV substation projects (400kV preferred) Strong understanding of installation and maintenance within transmission environments Ability to read and work from technical drawings and HV documentation Full PPE required prior to site attendance Additional Information: This position has been created due to increased project demand and offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical UK transmission upgrade with a well-established delivery team. If you are available or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch to apply or request further information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
10/03/2026
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Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: Cowley Substation, Cowley, Oxford Start Date: 24th March 2026 End Date: 26th October2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (45 hours per week) Rate: 320 - 350 per day (depending on experience) Type: Temporary / Contract Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support delivery works on a live transmission substation project at Cowley Substation, Oxford, for a major UK infrastructure contractor. This role is suited to candidates with a strong background in National Grid environments and proven experience working on high-voltage substation installations within a live transmission setting. Key Responsibilities: Electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment Installation of control and protection systems Installation of earthing systems Installation of outdoor plant including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear Maintenance of high-voltage equipment Fault finding on both LV and HV systems Receiving, interpreting, and working to HV documentation and permits Working safely within a live transmission environment in line with site procedures Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Persons authorisation (mandatory) Demonstrable experience on HV substation projects (400kV preferred) Strong understanding of installation and maintenance within transmission environments Ability to read and work from technical drawings and HV documentation Full PPE required prior to site attendance Additional Information: This position has been created due to increased project demand and offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical UK transmission upgrade with a well-established delivery team. If you are available or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch to apply or request further information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: Upper Boat 275kV Substation, Wales Start Date: 23rd February 2026 End Date: 26th June 2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (45 hours per week) Rate: 300 - 320 per day (depending on experience) Type: Temporary / Contract Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support delivery works on a live transmission substation project for a major UK infrastructure contractor (client name confidential). This role is suited to candidates with a strong background in National Grid environments and proven experience working on high-voltage substation installations. Key Responsibilities: Electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment Installation of control and protection systems Installation of earthing systems Installation of outdoor plant including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear Maintenance of high-voltage equipment Fault finding on both LV and HV systems Receiving, interpreting, and working to HV documentation and permits Working safely within a live transmission environment in line with site procedures Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Persons authorisation (mandatory) Demonstrable experience on HV substation projects (132kV-400kV preferred) Strong understanding of installation and maintenance within transmission environments Ability to read and work from technical drawings and HV documentation Full PPE required prior to site attendance Additional Information: This position has been created due to increased project demand and offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical UK transmission upgrade with a well-established delivery team. If you are available or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch to apply or request further information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
18/02/2026
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Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: Upper Boat 275kV Substation, Wales Start Date: 23rd February 2026 End Date: 26th June 2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (45 hours per week) Rate: 300 - 320 per day (depending on experience) Type: Temporary / Contract Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support delivery works on a live transmission substation project for a major UK infrastructure contractor (client name confidential). This role is suited to candidates with a strong background in National Grid environments and proven experience working on high-voltage substation installations. Key Responsibilities: Electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment Installation of control and protection systems Installation of earthing systems Installation of outdoor plant including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear Maintenance of high-voltage equipment Fault finding on both LV and HV systems Receiving, interpreting, and working to HV documentation and permits Working safely within a live transmission environment in line with site procedures Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Persons authorisation (mandatory) Demonstrable experience on HV substation projects (132kV-400kV preferred) Strong understanding of installation and maintenance within transmission environments Ability to read and work from technical drawings and HV documentation Full PPE required prior to site attendance Additional Information: This position has been created due to increased project demand and offers the opportunity to contribute to a critical UK transmission upgrade with a well-established delivery team. If you are available or would like to discuss the role in more detail, please get in touch to apply or request further information. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: National Grid Substation - Swansea North, Wales Job Type: Temporary (Contract) Start Date: 23rd February 2026 End Date: 28th August 2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (Approx. 45 hours per week) Rate: 300 - 320 per day (Dependent on Experience) Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support installation and maintenance works on a major UK transmission infrastructure project. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in high-voltage substation environments and proven experience working to National Grid standards. Key Responsibilities: Carry out electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated plant. Install control and protection systems in line with project specifications. Undertake installation of earthing systems. Install outdoor equipment including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear. Perform maintenance of HV equipment to required safety and quality standards. Conduct fault finding on both LV and HV systems. Receive and manage high-voltage documentation in accordance with site procedures. Work safely and efficiently within a live transmission substation environment. Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Person (NGP) authorisation - mandatory. Demonstrable experience working on National Grid substations (132kV-400kV preferred). Strong background in HV installation, wiring, and commissioning support. Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and protection diagrams. Experience working to strict safety rules and permit systems. Desirable Experience: Previous experience on National Grid sites. Familiarity with transmission-level infrastructure projects. Strong team ethic with the ability to work under programme deadlines. Additional Information Candidates must supply their own PPE to gain site access. This role is offered due to increased project workload and represents an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transmission programme. Immediate availability preferred. If you meet the above criteria and are looking for your next contract within the UK transmission sector, we would like to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
17/02/2026
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Job Title: NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician Location: National Grid Substation - Swansea North, Wales Job Type: Temporary (Contract) Start Date: 23rd February 2026 End Date: 28th August 2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 (Approx. 45 hours per week) Rate: 300 - 320 per day (Dependent on Experience) Overview: We are seeking an experienced NG Authorised Wireman / Electrician to support installation and maintenance works on a major UK transmission infrastructure project. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in high-voltage substation environments and proven experience working to National Grid standards. Key Responsibilities: Carry out electrical fitting activities on high-voltage switchgear, transformers, and associated plant. Install control and protection systems in line with project specifications. Undertake installation of earthing systems. Install outdoor equipment including busbars, disconnectors, and switchgear. Perform maintenance of HV equipment to required safety and quality standards. Conduct fault finding on both LV and HV systems. Receive and manage high-voltage documentation in accordance with site procedures. Work safely and efficiently within a live transmission substation environment. Essential Requirements: Current National Grid Person (NGP) authorisation - mandatory. Demonstrable experience working on National Grid substations (132kV-400kV preferred). Strong background in HV installation, wiring, and commissioning support. Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and protection diagrams. Experience working to strict safety rules and permit systems. Desirable Experience: Previous experience on National Grid sites. Familiarity with transmission-level infrastructure projects. Strong team ethic with the ability to work under programme deadlines. Additional Information Candidates must supply their own PPE to gain site access. This role is offered due to increased project workload and represents an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile transmission programme. Immediate availability preferred. If you meet the above criteria and are looking for your next contract within the UK transmission sector, we would like to hear from you. Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
