National Grid Electrical Fitter - HV Switchgear

AWC Group; Melksham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider is seeking National Grid Authorised Electrical Fitters for a project in Melksham. You will be responsible for electrical fitting activities, installation, and maintenance of high voltage equipment. Candidates must possess National Grid Persons Authorisation and ideally have additional qualifications like 360 Telehandler or Lift Supervisor certification. The role offers £30 per hour with a 7-month contract starting on January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• Must have National Grid Persons Authorisation.
• Ideally have 360 Telehandler or Lift Supervisor certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical fitting activities on high voltage switch gear and transformers.
• Install control and protection equipment.
• Maintain high voltage equipment.

Skills

Electrical fitting

High voltage equipment maintenance

Fault finding

Tools

National Grid Persons Authorisation

360 Telehandler

Lift Supervisor

Job description

A leading service provider is seeking National Grid Authorised Electrical Fitters for a project in Melksham. You will be responsible for electrical fitting activities, installation, and maintenance of high voltage equipment. Candidates must possess National Grid Persons Authorisation and ideally have additional qualifications like 360 Telehandler or Lift Supervisor certification. The role offers £30 per hour with a 7-month contract starting on January 5, 2026.