Job Description

Job Title: Civil Operatives (Groundworkers) - National Grid Substation Project

Location: Long Lane, Whiston, Rotherham (GGP Project)

Start Date: 22nd June 2026

Duration: Until 28th August 2026

Hours: 45 Hours per Week

Rate: £27.00 per hour

Positions Available: 2

Contract Type: Temporary

We are currently recruiting for 2 experienced Civil Operatives/Groundworkers to join a major National Grid substation project in Rotherham on behalf of a leading energy infrastructure contractor.

This is an excellent opportunity for operatives with previous substation experience who are competent in excavation, ducting, drainage, and associated civil works within a high-voltage environment.

Duties will include:

Surface water, foul water, and oily water drainage installations

HV & LV ducting works and draw pit installations

Installation of HV & LV precast troughs

Excavation works and safe digging practices

Blinding and concrete placement to foundations

Reinstatement of excavations, including backfilling and compaction

Hand digging and service avoidance in accordance with HSG47

Vehicle marshalling and banksman duties

Operating plant including dumpers and rollers

General groundworks and civil engineering activities associated with substation constructionEssential Requirements:

National Grid Person Authorisation

National Grid Substation HSG47 (2-Day Course)

Dumper Ticket

360 Excavator Ticket

Slinger/Signaller Qualification

Previous experience working on National Grid or HV substation projects

Full PPE

Ability to start on 22nd June 2026Important:

Please do not apply unless you hold all of the essential tickets and experience listed above. Candidates who do not meet the required criteria will not be considered.

If you are interested and available, please send your CV along with copies of your tickets and certifications for immediate consideration.

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