A contractor delivering works on a National Grid substation project in Melksham is seeking an experienced Civil Operative with the required National Grid authorisations to support live-site operations. This is a key role ensuring safe and compliant access within a high-voltage substation environment.
The Role
As a Civil Operative on a live HV substation, you will play a crucial part in ensuring the safe, compliant and controlled movement of personnel, vehicles and plant.

Responsibilities include:
*Managing access and egress to a live National Grid substation
*Working strictly in accordance with NG NSI Safety Rules
*Acting as Competent Person under NSI 6 & 8
*Ensuring safe access/egress for delivery vehicles and site plant
*Supporting all groundwork-related activity as required
*Maintaining safe working practices in a high-risk environment
Essential Requirements
*Civil Operative - Competent Person (NSI 6 & 8)
*Experience working in or around HV substations
*Understanding of safe access control on National Grid sites
*Ability to follow NG safety procedures and strict permit systems
*Manual Handling certification (Mandatory)
*Experience aligned with general groundworker duties
Desirable Skills
*Previous National Grid or power-sector site experience
*Strong awareness of HSG 47 (Avoiding Danger from Underground Services)
*Good communication and coordination skills
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