Electrical General Operative

Verto People, Ltd.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor is looking for experienced Electrical General Operatives to join a major data centre development in Portugal. Candidates must have an EU passport and previous experience in electrical roles. The position offers an all-in day rate, with candidates responsible for their own travel and accommodation. This is a great opportunity for those seeking long-term work in an industrial setting.

Qualifications

• EU Passport is mandatory.
• Previous experience as an electrical general operative or electrical mate.
• Must be able to work Monday–Saturday as per site schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support a major data centre development.
• Assist electricians with containment installation, cable pulling, tray/trunking, basic terminations.
• Provide general site support.

Skills

Electrical general operative experience

Experience in industrial or data centre environments

Assisting electricians

Job description

Electrical General Operative

Location: Sines, Portugal (EU Passport is required)

Contract Duration: 3 months

Day Rate: All-in rate (MUST arrange their own travel & accommodation)

Start Date: 5th January 2026

Hours: 7 am – 6 pm (Monday–Friday), 7 am – 2 pm (Saturday)

Join us on Europe's largest hyperscale data centre in Sines, Portugal!

A leading electrical contractor is seeking Electrical General Operatives to support a major data centre development in Sines, Portugal. This is one of Europe’s largest and most high-profile schemes, offering long-term work and exposure to large-scale industrial installations.

Requirements

• EU Passport - mandatory
• Previous experience as an electrical general operative or electrical mate
• Strong background in industrial or data centre environments highly beneficial
• Experience assisting electricians with containment installation, cable pulling, tray/trunking, basic terminations, and general site support
• Must be able to work Monday–Saturday as per site schedule in Portugal
• Must arrange own travel and accommodation

Important!

This role operates on an all-in day rate. Candidates must arrange their own travel and accommodation to site.

If you're an experienced Electrical General Operative with an EU passport and want to be part of a career-defining project, please apply today for more information.