Civil Chargehand - National Grid Person ESSENTIAL

Civil Charge Hand / Ganger - NG Person ESSENTIAL
Site: Pembroke 400kV Substation, West Wales
Location: Pembroke, Wales
Rate: £35 per hour
Hours: 50 hours per week PAID
Working Hours: 07:30-17:30
Contract: Temporary
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Jan 2027
Positions: 1

We are currently looking for an experienced Civil Charge Hand / Ganger to work on a major 400kV substation project in Pembroke.

The successful candidate will lead a working party carrying out a range of civil and drainage works, ensuring that safety, quality and productivity standards are maintained throughout the project.

Responsibilities:

Lead and supervise a civil working party on site
Installation of surface water, foul water and oily water drainage
Installation of LV and HV ducting and draw pits
Installation of LV and HV precast troughing
Excavation and preparation of foundations, including blinding and concrete placement
Backfilling and compaction of excavations
Carrying out hand excavations and safe digging to HSG47 requirements
Identifying and working safely around existing underground services
Vehicle marshalling and banking of excavators
Operating plant including forward tipping dumpers and ride-on rollers
Ensuring the working party follows site safety and quality procedures
Monitoring progress and ensuring project targets are achievedEssential Requirements:

HSG47 - 2 Day Substation training
EUSR card specifically stating HSG47 HV Substations
National Grid Person (NG Person)
Manual Handling
Competent Person experience
Previous experience working on HV substation projects
Relevant experience leading a civil gang / working party
Full PPE available before starting on siteDesirable:

NPORS or CPCS Forward Tipping Dumper
NPORS or CPCS Ride-on Roller
Willingness to assist with general groundworks
Experience with drainage, ducting and precast troughing on substation projectsIf you are interested and possess the right experience and qualifications. Apply now with your most up to date CV for consideration.

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