Secondary Chargehand – Major UK Energy Project
- Location: North Scotland – project location confidential
- Contract: 5 months, with potential for extension
- Rate: £38 – £43 per hour, outside IR35
- Start: November 2026
Keywords: Secondary Chargehand, Electrical Chargehand, HV, Substation, Protection & Control, Secondary Systems, Electrical Installation, 132kV, 275kV, 400kV
Turner Lovell is recruiting on behalf of a leading electrical engineering contractor delivering major UK electricity transmission and renewable energy projects.
We are seeking an experienced Secondary Chargehand to support the delivery of a major HV substation project in Scotland.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in secondary electrical systems, protection and control, with experience coordinating wirepeople and electrical installation activities on HV substation projects.
Duties
- Supervise and coordinate a team of HV Wirepeople carrying out secondary electrical installation works.
- Coordinate daily activities and ensure works are completed safely and to programme.
- Oversee installation of control, protection and relay panels, multicore cabling and associated secondary systems.
- Read and interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and project documentation.
- Monitor workmanship and ensure installation is completed to required standards.
- Support the Site Supervisor/Manager with daily progress, issues and resource requirements.
- Ensure RAMS, permits, toolbox talks and site procedures are followed.
- Identify and report defects, installation issues and material requirements.
- Liaise with the wider electrical, commissioning and site teams.
- Promote strong safety, quality and housekeeping standards across the team.
Requirements
- Previous experience as a Chargehand, Electrical Chargehand, Working Chargehand or Senior Wireperson on HV substation projects.
- Strong experience with secondary systems, protection and control wiring.
- HV substation experience, ideally 132kV – 400kV.
- Strong ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
- Experience coordinating and directing electrical installation teams.
- CCNSG / CSCS Safety Passport.
- Good understanding of current wiring regulations and safe systems of work.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure, H&S-critical environment.
If you are an experienced Secondary Chargehand available for a November start and interested in a 5-month HV substation contract with potential for extension, please contact Marcus Horne.
Marcus.Horne@turnerlovell.com
0207 448 1100