Mechanical Fitter

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter - Substation Projects
Location: Creag Dhubh (PA32 8XJ)
Positions Available: 2
Contract Type: Temporary
Hours: 50 hours per week (10 hours per day, Monday start)
Timesheets: Weekly (Time & Expense)

The Role:
We are currently recruiting for Mechanical Fitters to support mechanical installation activities on a major substation project in Scotland.

Working as part of an established site team, you will report to the Site Supervisor or Chargehand and assist in delivering installation works safely, efficiently and to required quality standards.

Main Responsibilities:

• Carry out mechanical installation activities within a substation environment
• Work in line with site drawings, task cards and supervisor direction
• Comply with all QEHS procedures and site inductions
• Adhere to health, safety, environmental and quality standards
• Highlight potential delays or deviations in advance
• Support the team in achieving project milestone dates

Experience Required:

• Apprentice trained with NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds (or equivalent)
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience on Electricity Supply Industry (ESI), Power Generation, Oil & Gas, or heavy industrial construction sites
• Experience working in substation environments such as those operated by National Grid, SSE or SPEN
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team

Essential Qualifications:

• CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport
• Manual Handling
• Working at Height
• Fire Safety Awareness

Client-specific authorisations (desirable):

• SSE / Scottish Power / NG Person (BESC etc.)
• NG Competent Person NSI6
• NG Competent Person NSI8 (Limited)

Pay Rates:

• LTD / Umbrella:
• First 37 hours: 29.12 per hour
• After 37 hours / first 4 Saturday hours: 30.87 per hour
• After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 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 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: 24.90 per hour

Personal Attributes:

• Strong team player
• Proactive and safety-focused
• Good communication skills
• Positive approach to problem solving
• Professional attitude on site

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy infrastructure project with strong hours and competitive rates.

If you are an experienced Mechanical Fitter with substation or heavy industrial experience and available for deployment, please apply with your CV or contact directly for further information.

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