Job Title: Mechanical / Electrical Chargehand
Location: Scotland - Site Based (Substation & Energy Infrastructure Projects)
Contract Type: Contract
Start Date:
Rate / Salary: £35 + an hour - (rate increases + weekend work)
Turner Lovell is recruiting experienced Mechanical / Electrical Chargehands to support delivery across high-profile substation and power infrastructure project for a leading energy infrastructure contractor
This is a hands-on, site-based role for someone with strong mechanical and electrical installation experience, capable of supervising works, coordinating tasking, and ensuring safe, high-quality delivery on site.
The Role
As a Mechanical / Electrical Chargehand, you will work as part of the site leadership team, supporting mechanical and electrical installation activities while overseeing day-to-day task execution. You will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, to programme, and in line with quality and industry standards.
Key Responsibilities
Supervise and support mechanical and electrical installation activities on site
Lead work parties and coordinate daily tasking under the direction of the Site Supervisor
Complete task cards and associated site quality documentation
Ensure compliance with site rules, RAMS, and QEHS procedures
Maintain control of access to allocated work areas
Proactively plan upcoming tasks, ensuring drawings, materials, and resources are available
Identify and communicate potential delays or risks to the Site Supervisor
Coordinate with other trades and contractors to ensure efficient and safe site operations
Promote a strong safety culture and duty of care across all site activities
Experience Required
Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 / C&G (or equivalent) plus site experience,
OR
Industry-recognised training with minimum 2 years' experience in an ESI or similar environment (Power Generation, Utilities, Oil & Gas, or Heavy Construction)
Proven experience in mechanical and electrical installation activities
Experience working within live or regulated substation environments
Confidence leading small teams and supervising site works
Strong understanding of health, safety, quality, and environmental requirements
Qualifications & Certifications
Essential:
CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport
SSSTS
Manual Handling
Working at Height
Fire Safety Awareness
Desirable:
Substation authorisations (e.g. BESC / Person)
National Grid or DNO competencies (e.g. NSI6 / NSI8 - limited or full)
SSEN/ SPEN Authorisations desired
Personal Attributes
Strong leadership and communication skills
Proactive, safety-first mindset
Organised with good attention to detail
Able to build effective working relationships on site
Confident problem solver with a positive attitude
Flexible and comfortable working independently or as part of a team
A high-impact contract role offering competitive day rates and an excellent opportunity to play a key role on a large-scale UK energy project with a leading contractor.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Marcus Horne
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