Fitter - National Grid Person ESSENTIAL


Company:	Search Consultancy LTD
Salary:	£29.12 to £29.12 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Abbots Langley, WD25 8DT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	25 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Oct 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Mechanical Fitter - National Grid Person ESSENTIAL

Location: Elstree, WD25 8DT

Start Date: 05/10/2026

Duration: Until 30/07/2027

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

We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Fitter for a long-term contract opportunity with al leading Tier 1 on a major energy infrastructure project based in Elstree.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mechanically qualified fitter with GIS experience and a background in HV substations, power generation, oil & gas, or heavy industrial environments to join a high-profile project.

Please Note: Candidates must have GIS experience, a valid CSCS card, National Grid Persons, and Slinger / Signaller certification. A Welder ticket would be highly advantageous.

The Role:

You will be working as part of the our 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 and fitting activities as directed by site management

Work in line with all QEHS procedures and site safety requirements

Support site supervisors and chargehands with day-to-day installation activities

Complete allocated task cards within required project timescales

Highlight any delays, issues, or risks proactively

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

Assist with site documentation where required

Ensure accurate and timely submission of timesheets and associated paperwork

Work safely at all times, maintaining a duty of care for yourself and others on site

Requirements:

NG Person

Telehandler License

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

Minimum 1-2 years' experience within electricity supply industry construction or similar environments

Proven GIS mechanical fitting experience

Experiece working on HV Substations, Power Generation, Oil & Gas

Heavy Industrial Construction

Valid CSCS Card or CCNSG Safety Passport

Personal Attributes:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Proactive and positive attitude

Team-focused mindset

Problem-solving mentality

Ability to work independently when required

Strong commitment to site safety and quality standards

If you're an experienced Mechanical Fitter with GIS experience and the required National Grid authorisations, we'd be keen to hear from you immediately.

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

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