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M&E Mechanical Fitter - NG Person Required Location: Cowley 400kV Substation, Oxford Rate: £32 per hour Contract: Ongoing We are currently seeking an experienced M&E Mechanical Fitter to join a major substation project based in Cowley, Oxford. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a long-term, high-value infrastructure project. Key Requirements (Essential) Must hold NG Person certification (National Grid Person) Proven experience as an M&E Mechanical Fitter Ability to work safely and efficiently on site Important Notes Candidates without NG Person status will NOT be considered All operatives must have full PPE before attending site Please ensure all relevant tickets and certifications are up to date What's on Offer Competitive rate of £32 per hour Ongoing contract with consistent work Opportunity to work on a major 400kV substation project...

Essential Requirements Candidates must hold the following certifications and competencies: TP137 - National Grid Competent Person / Site Supervisor EUSR or CSCS (Supervisor Level) SMSTS (Site Management Safety Training Scheme) or SSSTS Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Temporary Works Superviso

Senior Plasma Operations Expert Is this your next job Read the full description below to find out, and do not hesitate to make an application. Abingdon Rd, Culham, UK Employees work in a hybrid mode Full-time Salary: £64,820 (inclusive of Specialist Allowance) + excellent benefits including outstanding pension Division: Plasma Science and Fusion Operations Site Location: UKAEA Culham, Oxfordshire Confirmed Grade: Grade H Department: Plasma Physics Company Description By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today. Are you interested in contributing and helping to shape the future of the worlds energy? If so, read on. Fusion, the process that powers the Sun and Stars, is one of the most promising options for generating the cleaner, carbon-free energy that our world badly needs. UKAEA leads the way in realising fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. Our goal is to bring fusion electricity to the grid, supported by tomorrow's power stations. In pursuit of our mission, UKAEA embraces core values: Innovative, Committed, Trusted, and Collaborative. As an employee of UKAEA, you will benefit from: • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert., • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible)., • Flexible working options, including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment., • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders., • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays., • Wide range of career development opportunities., • Conduct and lead research in plasma operations and plasma physics in the experimental campaigns in UKAEA programmes, such as MAST-U or international facilities., • Act as Responsible Officer for control or protection systems in present or future devices, as required., • Be a member of appropriate forums as an expert in plasma operations., • Operate fusion devices in control room roles., • Take part in the design and development activities for existing and new devices, such as STEP, influencing the direction and execution of plasma operations by providing specialised and deep knowledge in these fields., • Contribute to UKAEAs corporate strategy by providing expertise in plasma operations, leading activities where appropriate., • Support UKAEA and the international fusion programme by acting as a plasma operations expert in collaborations with national and international partners., • Work in and, where appropriate, lead teams of internal and external collaborators., • As required, manage plasma operations activities, anticipating scientific needs of the projects or programmes, planning scarce resources, preparing operational rosters, and delivering reports to all relevant panels and committees. Includes coordinating pools of people in control room roles, reporting to relevant panels and committees, and organising training., • PhD (or equivalent experience) in physics or a fusion-related engineering field., • Experience of tokamak operations in a fusion device., • Good understanding of fusion physics., • Experience operating a tokamak in a control room role., • Proven ability to conduct independent research and lead research teams., • Excellent verbal and written communication and influencing skills.

Great opportunity with a regional civil engineering contractor, for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is looking for quick progression to QS and to work on long-term regional projects. Working with the Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will initially have the opportunity to work on HS2, Water and roads projects, with values between from £5 - £25m, across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, with the opportunity for quick promotion. Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities: Day to day commercial administration of the projects &/or packages under NEC. Undertaking and CE's and EW's Reviewing progress on site in line with commercials and programme. Being trained to monitor, forecast and report on budgets and costs against programme and producing CVR's. Reviewing payment applications Attending client and project progress meetings.Assistant Quantity Surveyor requirements: Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar qualification and relevant experience. 3+ years' experience working on Civil Engineering / infrastructure projects. NEC or Yellow Book contract experience would be advantageous but not essential, as the client run their own in-house NEC and contract training programme. Happy to be office and/or site based.Assistant Quantity Surveyor Benefits: To work with an established and growing regional civil engineering contractor. Excellent opportunity for progression and inhouse training. Opportunity to work across infrastructure sectors (highways, water, national grid etc.) on packages up to £25m Immediate role. If you are interested in this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, apply now

SR163 / TP137 PC Representative - National Grid Substation 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). 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