Job Description

National Grid Competent Person (NSI 6 & 8 Full)

Location: Walpole 400kV Substation, Walpole Bank, Walpole, PE14 7JE

Start Date: 27th July 2026 - Minimum 5 months length

Hours: 07:30am - 5:30pm

Weekend work may be available.

We're currently looking for an experienced National Grid Competent Person (NSI 6 & 8 Full) to join a major 400kV substation project at Walpole.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-term transmission project working alongside an experienced site team on essential civil engineering works within a live National Grid environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Accept safety documents from the National Grid SAP

Work under National Grid procedures and ensure full compliance with site rules

Supervise and control works safely within your designated work area

Follow and manage F1 routes in accordance with National Grid requirements

Oversee civil works including:

Draw pit construction

Excavation works

HV duct installation

Shuttering and concrete pouring for gas trolley paths

Ensure all works are completed safely and to the required quality standardsRequirements:

National Grid Competent Person - NSI 6 & 8 Full (Essential)

Previous experience working on live National Grid substations

Strong understanding of National Grid safety procedures and documentation

Experience overseeing civil engineering activities within substations

Excellent communication and leadership skillsIf you're a fully authorised National Grid Competent Person looking for your next contract, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today with your latest CV or get in touch for more information.

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