National Grid Competent Person (NSI 6&8) - Groundworks
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £34.00 to £36.00 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 17 April 2026 |
| Location: | Swaffham, Norfolk, PE37 8EG |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | Req/679412_1773826761 |
Summary
Job Title: Competent Person (CP) - Groundworks - NSI 6&8 Full
Location: Necton Substation, UK
Job Type: Contract
Start Date: 24/03/2026
Rate: Up to £36/hour DOE
Overview:
We are currently recruiting an experienced Competent Person (CP) to support groundworks within a live substation environment. This role will involve supervising civil gangs and ensuring safe and efficient delivery of works in line with site and National Grid standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervision of gangs working inside and outside a live substation
- Overseeing installation of chippings and Type 3 to level
- Supervising concrete works and remedial/bagging activities
- Installation of ducts and drawpits
- Excavation works for earthing
- Managing lifting procedures for lighting column installation
Requirements:
- Competent Person (CP) authorisation
- Experience working in live substations
- HSG47 Cat 1 & 2 (beneficial but not essential)
- Strong leadership and safety awareness
Note:
We welcome candidates with a mix of the above tickets, as requirements vary slightly across positions.
Pre-Start Induction:
- All operatives must complete the online induction (Intasite) prior to arriving on site
- A valid QR code must be presented
- Failure to complete induction = non-payment for time spent completing it later
- Site Rules & Conduct:
Adherence to all site rules is mandatory
- First 4 weeks: unpaid breaks
- After 4 weeks: 30-minute paid daily break
- No payment for operatives dismissed due to negligence or misconduct
- Random Drug & Alcohol testing in place
- No travel time paid
- Parking costs are not reimbursed
- Left turn in/out of site must be followed
If you are interested and would like to be put forward for the role in question, please respond to the advert with your most up to date CV and tickets for consideration.
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