Job Description

Mechanical Fitter - Substation Project
Location: Finstown Substation, Orkney Islands (KW17 2JY)
Start Date: 8/6/2026
Contract Length:12 months
Hours: 50 hours per week (10-hour days, Monday start)
Positions Available: 5
IR35 Status: Outside IR35
Payment Options: LTD / Umbrella / PAYE
Timesheets: Weekly
Package Included:

• Accommodation provided
• Flights included
• Transfers to and from site included
• Breakfast, lunch and dinner provided

Headcount Breakdown:

• x2 with CPCS with Telehandler License
• x1 with CPCS Slinger Signaller
• x2 Fitters CSCS ONLY

All with GIS installation experience is preferable but not a must have.
Rates of Pay:
LTD / Umbrella

• First 37 hours: 29.12 per hour
• After 37 hours / First 4 Saturday hours: 30.87 per hour
• After 4 Saturday hours / Sunday / Bank Holidays: 33.65 per hour

PAYE

• First 37 hours: 21.54 per hour
• After 37 hours / First 4 Saturday hours: 22.84 per hour
• After 4 Saturday hours / Sunday / Bank Holidays: 24.90 per hour

We are currently recruiting for 5 Mechanical Fitters of varying discipline to support mechanical installation activities on a major substation project in the Orkney Islands.

This is a long-term contract opportunity to join a well-structured delivery team working on critical energy infrastructure, with all accommodation, travel and meals covered.

The Role:
Reporting to the Site Supervisor or Chargehand, you will be responsible for supporting mechanical installation works safely and efficiently within a live substation environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical installation activities as part of the site delivery team
• Work in line with QEHS procedures and site safety requirements
• Adhere to all site rules, health & safety standards, environmental and quality plans
• Support project delivery within programme timescales set by the Site Supervisor / Work Party Leader
• Complete allocated task cards and associated project documentation accurately and on time
• Proactively identify and communicate any issues or programme deviations
• Maintain a high standard of safety for yourself and others on site at all times

Requirements:

• Apprentice trained OR NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds qualification in a relevant mechanical discipline
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience on Electricity Supply Industry, substation, power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industrial projects
• Experience working in live substation or utility environments preferred
• GIS installation experience beneficial but not essential

Essential Certifications:

• CSCS or CPCS Card
• Manual Handling
• Working at Height
• Fire Safety Awareness

Attributes:

• Strong team player with a proactive attitude
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Positive approach to problem-solving
• Professional attitude towards safety and compliance
• Ability to work independently when required

If you are a Mechanical Fitter with substation, utility, or heavy industrial experience, get in touch to discuss this opportunity.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age