Job Description

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter (Substation Project)

Location: Moray West / Blackhillock, AB55 5PA

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: Approx. 32 Weeks (320 Hours Minimum)

Hours: 50 Hours Per Week (10 Hours Per Day)

Contract Type: Contract

IR35 Status: Outside IR35

Positions Available: 1

Rates:

LTD / Umbrella (Outside IR35)

£29.12/hour - First 37 Hours

£30.87/hour - After 37 Hours / First 4 Hours Saturday

£33.65/hour - After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays

PAYE:

£21.54/hour - First 37 Hours

£22.84/hour - After 37 Hours / First 4 Hours Saturday

£24.90/hour - After 4 Hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holidays

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for a long-term contract opportunity with our client on the Moray West / Blackhillock project.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically qualified fitter with substation, power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industrial installation experience to join a major energy infrastructure project.

Please note:

A Telehandler ticket is essential for this role.

The Role:

You will be working as part of theour clients site team, supporting mechanical installation activities on a major substation project. Reporting directly to the Site Supervisor / Chargehand, you will play a key role in ensuring works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out mechanical installation activities as directed by site management

Work in line with all client procedures and site safety requirements

Support site supervisors and chargehands with daily installation activities

Proactively complete allocated task cards within required project timescales

Highlight any potential delays or issues in advance

Maintain compliance with health & safety, environmental, and quality standards

Assist with project documentation where required

Ensure accurate submission of timesheets and associated paperwork

Requirements:

Essential:

Apprentice trained OR NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds in a relevant mechanical discipline

Minimum 1-2 years' experience working on electricity supply industry construction sites or similar environments

National Grid Person

Valid Telehandler ticket - NPORS or CPCSExperience within:

HV substations

Power generation

Oil & Gas

Heavy industrial construction

CSCS Card or CCNSG Safety Passport

Manual Handling

Working at Height

Fire Safety AwarenessPersonal Attributes:

Strong team player

Proactive and positive attitude

Good communication skills

Strong awareness of site safety

Ability to work independently when required

Solution-focused approachIf you're a mechanically qualified fitter with substation experience and the required telehandler certification, we'd be keen to hear from you immediately.

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