Posted Tuesday 12 August 2025 at 00:00 | Expires Sunday 14 September 2025 at 23:59
Senior Authorised Person (132kV)
Location: Basildon / South East
Type: Permanent
Benefits: Competitive salary + Car/Car allowance + Flexible Benefits
Summary
Freedom Networks is seeking a qualified candidate to perform LV & HV switching, isolation, earthing, identification of work points, and safety documentation duties on construction and asset replacement projects within the distribution network.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan outages, produce switching programmes, and liaise with System Control.
* Make dead, isolate, and earth high voltage electrical networks.
* Ensure a safe working environment during high voltage operations.
* Identify and release apparatus for work by issuing Safety Documents and Permits to Work.
* Conduct high voltage testing and fault location.
* Re-energise the network upon completion of work.
* Ensure compliance with safety policies and instructions on site.
* Implement safety rules, instructions, standing orders, and procedures.
* Prepare project files per company policy and CDM regulations.
* Perform Risk Assessments at all project stages.
* Maintain statutory records, certificates, licenses, and notices.
* Support a safety culture proactively.
* Plan and oversee work activities for timely completion.
* Accurately complete records such as as-builts and work sheets.
* Coordinate shutdowns and permits with control centres.
* Collaborate with site managers, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders.
* Develop and mentor trainees.
Candidate Requirements
* Experience with SAP duties on 11kV - 132kV networks.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
* HNC/Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
* Current/Recent SAP authorisation on UKPN network at 11kV - 132kV.
Benefits
* Company vehicle
* Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric)
* Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
* Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being
* Flexible benefits including Dental, Gym, Travel Insurance, and Bikes
Next Steps
We are committed to an inclusive culture. Please inform us if you need accommodations during the application process. About Us: Freedom, part of NG Bailey Group, has a rich history since 1921, with a focus on developing talent through training and supporting innovative projects across sectors. We offer clear career progression paths supported by ongoing development and training.
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