Mechanical Fitter
Job Title: M&E Mechanical Fitter Project: Melksham Location: National Grid Melksham Substation, Wiltshire Job Type: Temporary (Inside IR35) Start Date: 16/03/2026 End Date: 28/08/2026 Hours: 07:30 - 17:28 (45 hours per week) Rate: £300 per day Positions Available: 1 Overview: We are currently recruiting for an experienced M&E Mechanical Fitter to join the team on a National Grid substation project at Melksham. This requirement has arisen due to additional project capacity and will involve working within a live transmission environment, supporting mechanical installation activities to strict National Grid standards. Please note: This role is determined as Inside IR35. Limited Company payment is not a compliant method. Key Responsibilities: Mechanical fitting and installation within a high-voltage substation environment Supporting M&E installation works in line with project specifications Working as part of a coordinated site team under site supervision Operating in accordance with National Grid safety rules and procedures Supporting and supervising lifting operations (Lift Supervisor ticket required) Maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality on site Essential Requirements: Valid National Grid Persons (NG Person) authorisation Valid Lift Supervisor ticket Relevant mechanical fitting qualifications and competency tickets Previous experience working within National Grid or transmission substation environments Full and correct PPE prior to site attendance (mandatory) Please do not apply if you do not hold the required tickets and authorisations. Additional Information 45 hours per week Inside IR35 engagement Candidates must be able to comply with site drug and alcohol policies if brought upon them CV required prior to submission If you meet the criteria and are available for the full contract duration, please submit your up-to-date CV 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