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Electrical Engineering

Senior Authorised Person; V

Job in Basildon, Essex County, SS14, England, UK
Listing for: Freedom
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-24
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Authorised Person (132kV)

Competitive + Car/Car allowance + Flexible Benefits

Summary

Freedom Networks is seeking a candidate capable of carrying out LV & HV switching, isolation, earthing, identification of work points, and issuing safety documentation for construction and asset replacement projects on the distribution network.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Planning outages, producing switching programmes, and liaising with System Control.
  • Making dead, isolating, and earthing high voltage electrical networks.
  • Ensuring a safe working environment during high voltage operations.
  • Identifying and releasing apparatus for work through Safety Documents and Permits to Work.
  • Performing high voltage testing and fault location.
  • Re-energising the network post-work.
  • Ensuring on-site employees adhere to SHE policies and safety instructions.
  • Implementing safety rules, instructions, and procedures for Freedom and customers.
  • Preparing project files in accordance with company policy and CDM Regulations.
  • Conducting Risk Assessments at all project stages as per company standards.
  • Maintaining statutory records, certificates, licenses, and notifications.
  • Promoting a safety culture.
  • Planning and overseeing work activities for timely completion.
  • Completing accurate records such as as-builts and work sheets.
  • Coordinating shutdowns and Permits to Work with control centres.
  • Collaborating with site managers, subcontractors, clients, and other stakeholders to ensure project success.
  • Developing and mentoring 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.

    Our benefits include:

    • Company vehicle
    • Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric)
    • Up to 8% employer pension contribution
    • Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
    • Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
    • Private Medical Insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program for mental health and legal support
    • Flexible benefits such as Dental, Gym, Bikes, and Travel Insurance

    Next steps involve inclusive recruitment processes. We are committed to accommodating applicants' needs throughout the process.

    About us:

    Part of NG Bailey Group, established in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, dedicated to developing talent through training and innovative project delivery across various sectors.

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    Position Requirements
    10+ Years work experience
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