Utilities Operations Engineer - High Voltage AP (SAP) - Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4PR Job Type: Full-TimeSalary: Additional Benefits Utilities Operations Engineer - High Voltage AP (SAP)
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.
We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. As a Utilities Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance and contractor works activities within the bounds of your appointed Electrical Network delivery area. Produce, and review switching schedules / safety programs, for switching operations on a HV/LV Network
Keep records of all switching operations and documents within the Electrical Distribution Operations Record (EDOR).
To be responsible for matters of electrical safety within your appointed area.
Provide direction when managing works by other staff or contractors.
Undertake the safe operation, maintenance, and management of electrical equipment under your control.
To expedite notification of Network failures to the relevant Operations Manager / Network Manager and keep stakeholders informed.
Prepare, assess, review and provide instruction against Safe Systems of Work for the Network within the boundaries of responsibility.
Technician Apprenticeship or ONC/NVQ with suitable additional experience.
Experience operating high voltage switchgear.
Engineering capability across relevant networks, comprising a range of infrastructure facilities and associated plant and equipment.
Delivery of Utilities engineering intelligence for relevant networks.
Experience in utility / building service delivery over a large portfolio of buildings.
Delivery of engineering services across the life of an asset.
You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.
9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
~ Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
~ Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
~ Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
~ Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
~ Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
~ Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
~ Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.