Job Description

Job Title: Groundworker (Dumper/Roller) - National Grid Person
Location: National Grid Melksham Substation, Wiltshire
Start Date: 16 March 2026
End Date: 25 September 2026
Hours: 45 hours per week
Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:30
Rate: 25 per hour
Contract Type: Temporary (Inside IR35)

Overview:
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Civil Operative / Groundworker to support works on a National Grid substation project at Melksham. This role will involve working within a live high-voltage infrastructure environment, assisting with a range of civil works to support ongoing substation upgrades.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a major infrastructure project with a well-established contractor delivering critical UK energy network works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out general groundworks on a National Grid substation site
• Operating plant including dumper and roller where required
• Assisting with excavation, ducting, trenching and reinstatement works
• Supporting civil construction activities associated with substation infrastructure
• Working safely within a high-voltage transmission environment
• Adhering to all site health, safety and environmental procedures
• Ensuring works are completed in line with project requirements and schedules

Essential Requirements:

• National Grid Person (NG Person)
• CPCS or NPORS Dumper ticket
• CPCS or NPORS Roller ticket
• Previous experience working on National Grid or high-voltage substation projects
• Full PPE required before starting on site

Additional Information:

• 45 hours per week standard
• Inside IR35 - Limited company payment not permitted
• Candidates must meet all ticket and certification requirements to be considered

Application Note:
Please only apply if you meet the National Grid authorisation and plant ticket requirements listed above. Candidates who do not hold the required certifications will not be considered.

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