Transformer Rigging Supervisor - National Grid Substation

Overview

Job Title:

Transformer Rigging Supervisor - National Grid Substation

Location:

Kent

Project:
National Grid Substation Project

Sector:
Power & Energy Infrastructure

Employment Type:

Contract / Permanent

An experienced Transformer Rigging Supervisor is required to support a National Grid substation project in Kent. The role will take full responsibility for the safe planning, supervision, and execution of transformer movements, positioning, and installation activities within a live or regulated substation environment.

The successful candidate must hold National Grid Competent Person (CP) authorisation and have proven experience supervising transformer rigging operations on UK transmission or distribution substations.

• Supervision of all transformer rigging activities on site
• Act as National Grid Competent Person in accordance with NG safety rules and procedures
• Ensure all lifting and rigging operations are planned, approved, and executed safely
• Review and implement lift plans, method statements, and risk assessments (RAMS)
• Coordinate with crane suppliers, rigging teams, and specialist subcontractors
• Interface with National Grid representatives, site management, and engineering teams
• Ensure compliance with National Grid, HSG, and project-specific safety standards
• Monitor works in live or controlled substation environments
• Lead toolbox talks, safety briefings, and site inductions related to rigging activities
• Report on progress, issues, and any safety or programme risks

• Proven experience as a Transformer Rigging Supervisor on HV / EHV substations
• Current National Grid Competent Person authorisation (essential)
• Strong experience with transformer installation, removal, and replacement works
• Demonstrable experience working on National Grid transmission substations
• In-depth knowledge of heavy lifting, rigging methodologies, and specialist plant
• Ability to manage rigging teams and specialist subcontractors
• Strong understanding of safety rules, permits, and controlled environments

• National Grid Competent Person (CP)
• Relevant lifting and rigging qualifications
• SMSTS or SSSTS
• CSCS (relevant supervisor or manager level)
• First Aid (preferred)

• Experience working on live substations or outage-based programmes
• Familiarity with National Grid policies, procedures, and safety documentation
• Experience on 132kV / 275kV / 400kV substations

• Competitive day rate or salary depending on engagement
• Long-term National Grid project opportunity in Kent
• Work within a specialist HV substation delivery team
• Immediate or short-notice start available