Mechanical Fitter - National Grid Person - Slinger & MEWP

Mechanical Fitter - Neu Connect
Location: Neu Connect, ME3 0BY
Contract: Temporary
Positions: 3
Start Date: 21/09/2026
End Date: 28/02/2027
Hours: 50 hours per week
Working Pattern: 10 hours per day, Monday-Friday
IR35: Outside IR35
Pay: £33.12-£37.65 per hour LTD / Umbrella

The Role:
We are looking for three experienced Mechanical Fitters to join a major energy infrastructure project at Neu Connect.
The successful candidates will work as part of a site team carrying out mechanical installation activities, reporting to the Site Supervisor or Chargehand.
Candidates must have previous substation experience and be comfortable working within a safety-critical construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Carry out mechanical installation activities as directed by the Site Supervisor or Chargehand.
Work in accordance with site QEHS procedures, site rules and project requirements.
Complete allocated task cards within the required timescales.
Work to the standards and timescales set by the Work Party Leader.
Identify and highlight potential issues or delays in advance.
Follow all Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality requirements.
Assist with project documentation where required.
Work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
Maintain a high standard of workmanship throughout the project.
Carry out other duties within your competence as directed by site management.Requirements:

Apprentice trained, with City & Guilds or minimum NVQ Level 3 in an appropriate discipline, plus at least 1 year's relevant experience.
Alternatively, industry-recognised training with a minimum of 2 years' experience working as part of a team on an Electricity Supply Industry construction site or similar environment.
Previous substation experience is essential.
Experience within power generation, oil & gas, utilities or general construction environments is beneficial.
Good understanding of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental requirements.
Able to work effectively within a team and independently when required.Qualifications:

CSCS or CCNSG Safety Passport.
Slinger and MEWP tickets are preferred.
At least one of the three fitters must hold Roto and Telehandler tickets.Personal Attributes:

Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Proactive approach to site work and problem solving.
Strong team-working ability.
Good relationship-building skills with site management and fellow workers.
Positive approach to resolving issues and conflicts.
Strong commitment to Health & Safety and quality.Pay Rates - LTD / Umbrella:

First 37 hours: £33.12 per hour
After 37 hours / first 4 hours Saturday: £34.87 per hour
After 4 hours Saturday / Sunday / Bank Holiday: £37.65 per hourAdditional Information:

Three positions available.
50 hours per week.
10-hour working days, Monday to Friday.
Contract running from 21/09/2026 to 28/02/2027.
Outside IR35 for LTD.
Weekly timesheets.
Site: Neu Connect, ME3 0BYSearch 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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed