Location: Cowley National Grid Substation, Oxford
Job Type: Contract (Temporary)
Start Date: 07/04/2026
End Date: 30/10/2026
Hours: 45 hours per week
Working Hours: 07:30 - 17:30
Pay Rate: Up to £600/day
Reason for Vacancy: Additional Capacity
The Role:
We are currently recruiting an experienced SR163 / TP137 PC Representative to support works on a live National Grid substation project at Cowley Substation.
This is a key supervisory position acting as the Principal Contractor Representative, ensuring all works are delivered safely, compliantly, and in line with National Grid standards.
You will play a critical role in managing site activities, coordinating contractors, and upholding the highest levels of safety and operational control within a live HV environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Act as Principal Contractor Representative (PC Rep) on site
Supervise and coordinate daily site activities across multiple workstreams
Ensure compliance with National Grid procedures, safety rules, and site standards
Oversee Temporary Works and ensure correct implementation on site
Manage and enforce Impressed Voltage and substation safety controls
Liaise with client representatives, engineers, and subcontractors
Review and implement RAMS, permits, and site documentation
Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with programme and safety requirements
Essential Requirements:
Candidates must hold:
TP137 - National Grid Competent Person / Site Supervisor
SR163 (Principal Contractor Site Supervisor / Manager level)
National Grid Person authorisation
Impressed Voltage Management Training (IVM / IV)
SMSTS or SSSTS
Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Temporary Works Supervisor (TWS)
EUSR or CSCS (Supervisor Level)
HSG47 - Avoiding Danger from Underground Services
Asbestos Awareness
First Aid at Work (or Emergency First Aid minimum)
Desirable Experience:
Previous experience working on National Grid transmission/substation projects (11kV-400kV)
Strong ability to coordinate multiple contractors on complex sites
Full UK Driving Licence
Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends if required
Proven ability to work collaboratively with clients, designers, and delivery teams
IR35 Status:
This role has been assessed as Inside IR35 - Limited Company engagement is not permitted.
Additional Information:
Immediate start required due to client instruction
Long-term contract on a high-profile National Grid project
Opportunity to play a key role in critical UK infrastructure delivery
If you are a proven SR163 and available immediately, please send over you CV and relevant tickets to (url removed).
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Salary description
£550.00 - £600.00 per day