A contractor delivering works on a National Grid substation project in Melksham is seeking an experienced Civil Operative with the required National Grid authorisations to support live-site operations. This is a key role ensuring safe and compliant access within a high-voltage substation environment.
The Role
As a Civil Operative on a live HV substation, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safe, compliant and controlled movement of personnel, vehicles and plant.
Responsibilities include:
* Managing access and egress to a live National Grid substation
* Working strictly in accordance with NG NSI Safety Rules
* Acting as Competent Person under NSI 6 & 8
* Ensuring safe access/egress for delivery vehicles and site plant
* Supporting all groundwork-related activity as required
* Maintaining safe working practices in a high-risk environment
Essential Requirements
* Civil Operative - Competent Person (NSI 6 & 8)
* Experience working in or around HV substations
* Understanding of safe access control on National Grid sites
* Ability to follow NG safety procedures and strict permit systems
* Manual Handling certification (Mandatory)
* Experience aligned with general groundworker duties
Desirable Skills
* Previous National Grid or power-sector site experience
* Strong awareness of HSG 47 (Avoiding Danger from Underground Services)
* Good communication and coordination skills
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