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Substation Electrician

On-site in Barcelona·Full-time·Added 3 days ago (last checked 11 Nov)

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Grupo Crit

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Our summary

Hours: Night shift
Work mode: On-site, Barcelona
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Spanish: Expected (ad in Spanish)
Education: Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Skills

Industrial

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Experience in the assembly and execution of electrical substations.
Vocational Training in Electricity or accredited experience in LV, MV, and HV installations
Experience in electrical installations, construction, maintenance, transformer centers, or similar environments.
Availability to travel nationwide.
Availability to work day and/or night shifts.
Good disposition to work in field environments and different projects.
Ability to work in a team and meet established deadlines.
Training in OHS, TPC/TPM, and electrical risk will be valued.

We especially value professionals who have worked directly in the assembly of electrical substations and who are accustomed to carrying out their activity on-site and fieldwork.

If you have experience as an Electrician, availability to travel around Spain, and are looking for a stable project with an indefinite contract, per diems, allowances, and travel compensation, we want to meet you.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Permanent contract directly with the company.
Full-time: 40 hours per week.
Base salary: €25,000 and €29,000 gross/year for 1st or 1st class Skilled Tradespeople.

Additional compensation for travel

Partial daily allowance of €26 per working day for travel that does not involve an overnight stay. (approximately €520 per month)
Full daily allowance of €57.10 for each calendar day of travel in the event of an overnight stay. (approximately €1,700 per month)

Other allowances

Night shift allowance: approximately 200 - 250 € gross/month, depending on category.
First-Class Electrician: 12 €/hour from Monday to Friday and 19 €/hour on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Second-Class Electrician: 10.50 €/hour from Monday to Friday and 17 €/hour on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

The role

Do you have experience in the assembly of electrical substations and availability to work at different points in Spain?

At Grupo CRIT, we are selecting first-class Electrician Skilled Tradespeople to join a major company specializing in the execution and maintenance projects of railway installations.

We are looking for professionals with experience in the assembly of electrical substations, MV and HV installations + field work, with availability to travel nationwide.

What you'll do

Assembly and execution of electrical substations.
Low, medium, and high voltage electrical installations (LV/MV/HV).
Assembly of electrical equipment and their supports.
Wiring and assembly of electrical panels.
Mechanical assemblies associated with the installations.
Fieldwork in different projects and locations nationwide.
Complying with safety and quality procedures.

How you'll work

Day shift: 08:00 to 17:00 h, with 1 hour for lunch.
Night shift: 22:00 to 06:00 h time slot.
Areas: (Martorell, Tarrasa, San Cugat de Valles, Sabadell….)

About Grupo Crit

Grupo Crit is a French staffing and recruitment group headquartered in Paris, providing temporary work, permanent placement, and HR outsourcing services across multiple industries. With a strong presence in France and expanding operations in Spain, the company connects businesses with skilled workers in sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, administration, and technical trades. The group operates through a network of local agencies, offering flexible employment solutions to both companies and job seekers.

In Spain, Grupo Crit has a significant footprint with numerous job openings across regions like Madrid, Barcelona, Zaragoza, and Andalusia, reflecting its role as a major employer in the country's staffing sector. The company's work culture is centered on operational efficiency and matching talent with client needs, making it a practical entry point for international professionals seeking temporary or permanent roles in Spain, particularly in industrial and administrative positions. However, as a staffing agency, its relevance to international hires is primarily through the roles it manages rather than a distinct corporate culture.