HV Senior Authorised Person

September 13, 2025
£65000 - £65000
Urgent

Job Description

HV Senior Authorised Person

Bristol

£65,000 + £75,000 Overtime + Benefits + OTE £85000

Are you an experienced HV Senior Authorised Person with full SAP authorisations, including sanction for test?

NEOS Engineering are partnered with a leading provider of power distribution services who are looking for a skilled Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join their field-based engineering division. This role is key in delivering HV installations, maintenance, repairs, and product support services across the South of England or Scotland.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the delivery of HV projects ranging from major CDM construction to smaller day works and maintenance.
  • Produce switching programmes, safety paperwork, and RAMS for HV operations.
  • Carry out HV installations, refurbishments, testing, and fault-finding.
  • Interpret electrical drawings, complete test certificates, reports, and job packs.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety legislation, distribution safety rules, and best practice.
  • Support and mentor HV engineers and trainees, maintaining SAP competence.
  • Liaise with engineers, subcontractors, and utilities to coordinate site works and project delivery.

Requirements:

  • Proven track record in the electrical / distribution industry.
  • Holds full SAP authorisation, including sanction for test (DNO such as UKPN, SSEN, WPD etc.).
  • Strong knowledge of health & safety, distribution safety rules, and HV systems.
  • Technically qualified (BTEC, City & Guilds, or equivalent apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering).
  • Computer literate and proficient with MS Office.
  • Full UK driver s licence and willingness to travel, including overtime and weekend work where required.

Desirable:

  • Private Network, DNO, or additional HV authorisations.
  • 18th Edition / 2391 Inspection & Testing.
  • First Aid, IPAF, PASMA, SMSTS certifications.
  • Commissioning, mentoring, and fault-finding experience.

What s on Offer:

  • A senior field-based role within a skilled HV engineering team.
  • Competitive salary with additional overtime opportunities.
  • Professional development, training, and progression opportunities.
  • Flexible and supportive working environment.

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