Wire People

Turner Lovell; Scotland; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Lovell is seeking experienced HV Wirepeople for a major UK energy project in Scotland. The role focuses on installation, wiring, and cabling for HV substations, ensuring compliance with wiring regulations and project specs.

The assignment is five months with potential extension. Start dates in November 2026, competitive hourly rates, and a safety-conscious team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong HV substation experience, ideally 132kV - 400kV.
• Experience with electrical installation and current wiring regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and line diagrams.
• CCNSG / CSCS Safety Passport.

Responsibilities

• Installation and assembly of electrical equipment on HV substation projects.
• Cable glanding, terminating and installation.
• Installation of control, protection and relay panels.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Installation of LV/HV switchgear, multicore cables and associated equipment.
• Working to project specifications, wiring regulations and SHEQ requirements.
• Attending toolbox talks and following site procedures.

Skills

HV substation experience

Electrical installation

Reading drawings

Safety Passport

Team player

Job description

HV Wirepeople - Major UK Energy Project

• Location: North Scotland - project location confidential
• Contract: 5 months, with potential for extension
• Rate: 32 - 35 per hour, outside IR35
• Start Dates: 10 Wirepeople - 1st week of November 2026 / 8 Wirepeople - 3rd week of November 2026

We are looking for a team of experienced HV Wirepeople to join a major project in Scotland. This is a strong long-term contract opportunity, with 5 months initially and potential for extension. The successful candidates will have strong experience working on HV substation projects and will be responsible for electrical installation, wiring, cabling and associated equipment.

Duties

• Installation and assembly of electrical equipment on HV substation projects.
• Cable glanding, terminating and installation.
• Installation of control, protection and relay panels.
• Reading and interpreting electrical drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Installation of LV/HV switchgear, multicore cables and associated equipment.
• Working to project specifications, wiring regulations and SHEQ requirements.
• Attending toolbox talks and following site procedures.

Requirements

• Strong HV substation experience, ideally 132kV - 400kV.
• Experience with electrical installation and current wiring regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and line diagrams.
• CCNSG / CSCS Safety Passport.
• Previous experience working in H&S-critical environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to quality and safe working practices.