Senior Authorised Person (up to 132kV)
Base Location: South West (Bristol, Swansea and surrounding areas, with travel to project sites)
Salary: Up to £65,000 basic + car allowance, plus overtime and on-call payments
Contract: Permanent | Full-time (37 hours per week, with rota cover as required)
The Opportunity On behalf of our client, we are recruiting a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) with expertise in HV and EHV operations up to 132kV. This role is central to the safe control of electrical networks across a portfolio of engineering projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and maintaining high standards of safety and reliability.
The successful candidate will act as a technical lead, overseeing switching operations, outage planning, and supporting both project delivery and emergency restoration. This is a varied and challenging position, offering the chance to work on complex projects across the South West.
Key Responsibilities forSenior Authorised Person (up to 132kV)
* Carry out HV/LV switching, isolation, earthing, testing, and fault location
* Prepare and manage switching schedules and methods of work
* Issue safety documentation including permits to work and safety forms of test
* Oversee construction, maintenance, and fault restoration works on HV/LV networks up to 132kV
* Act as the delegated lead electrical person during emergencies and supply restoration
* Lead safety initiatives toolbox talks, inductions, RAMS reviews, incident investigations, and SHE plans
* Provide technical support and supervision for jointers, fitters and other operational teams
* Deliver smaller project works including client liaison, reporting, and commercial oversight
* Mentor trainee SAPs, support training programmes, and maintain operational authorisations
Candidate Profile forSenior Authorised Person (up to 132kV)
* Authorised to carry out HV switching (minimum 11kV33kV)
* Current DNO or equivalent Certificate of Authorisation
* Strong technical knowledge of HV/LV switchgear and related equipment
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams and promote a strong safety culture
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Familiar with current UK legislation, codes of practice and industry standards
Desirable forSenior Authorised Person (up to 132kV)
* 132kV authorisation
* Experience mentoring trainee SAPs
Why Apply? This is a hands-on, site-focused role offering a salary of up to £65,000 + car allowance, alongside overtime and on-call enhancements. It provides the opportunity to work on significant engineering projects in the South West region, with scope to further develop your authorisations and progress your career.
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