HV Senior Authorised Person

at  Powersystems UK Ltd

A fantastic engineering opportunity to power the transition to a carbon free future
Powersystems UK is an employee-owned high voltage engineering company specialising in electrical power infrastructure, grid connections and renewable generation. Due to continuing success within these sectors we have a pipeline of work through into 2025 and beyond.
Are you looking to advance your career with full training provided? Do you want to join an established team in an exciting and progressive British business?

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE INCLUDE:

• Attend site to carry out HV switching operations in accordance with our electrical distribution safety rules
• Issuing of safety documents
• Identifying and spiking of cable circuits including fault location
• Testing of cable circuits
• Assist project and commissioning engineers with HV testing when required
• Plan and carry out work in a safe manner, always adhering to health and safety procedures
• Liaison with clients, consultants, and their representatives to ensure safe working practices
• Oversee and mentor junior engineers, competent persons and authorised persons who are working towards SAP status
• Manage interfaces between Powersystems and client / DNO SAPs
• Proactively look at ways to enhance the service offered by the business, and improve the efficiency of company processes
• Maintain a professional image at all times
• Embrace and demonstrate Powersystems 5 principles of: Priority No.1 Health, Safety and Well-being, Professionalism, Pride, Partnership and Proactive

HERES WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THE ROLE:

• Experience with a utility or in electrical contracting as a Senior Authorised Person with authorisation for switching up to 33 kV
• Have a good technical knowledge of HV switchgear, both current and obsolete equipment
• Flexible and organised to manage workload to meet deadlines
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work proactively on own or as part of a team
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to Work within the UK without limitation
• A minimum of HNC in Electrical engineering or similar discipline
• Experience of switching at EHV levels (66-132 kV)
• Open to change, resilient and proactive
• Must be available to travel on work related business throughout the UK with occasional overnight stays