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 environmentEssential 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 dutiesDesirable Skills
Previous National Grid or power‑sector site experience
Strong awareness of HSG 47 (Avoiding Danger from Underground Services)
Good communication and coordination skillsWhat you need to do now
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