Senior HV

Senior HV Maintenance Manager (SAP)

Ipswich | Full Time | Permanent

Recruiting on behalf of a leading power engineering organisation

ARC Recruitment is partnering with a well-established power engineering business to appoint a Senior HV Maintenance Manager (SAP) based in Ipswich. This is a senior-level position within a growing HV maintenance division, overseeing the safe and effective delivery of high‑voltage services across a varied client portfolio.

This opportunity would suit an experienced HV professional with full SAP authorisation up to 33kV, who combines strong operational leadership with hands‑on technical expertise and client engagement skills.

As Senior HV Maintenance Manager, you will take ownership of contracted HV maintenance services, managing both planned preventative works and reactive/emergency call-outs. You will ensure all activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with industry regulations and company standards.

• Lead the delivery of HV maintenance works in line with Distribution Safety Rules and company H&S policies
• Act as SAP up to 33kV, including switching operations, fault diagnosis, and emergency response
• Plan and coordinate engineers, subcontractors, and resources to ensure effective service delivery
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the HV maintenance team
• Ensure works are completed to quality, programme, and commercial expectations
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, proactively managing service performance
• Produce accurate forecasting, reporting, and programme updates
• Drive continuous improvement across maintenance processes and systems
• Participate in a 24/7 standby rota, providing senior-level technical decision-making during incidents
• Support business development activity through technical input into proposals and client discussions

• Fully authorised SAP up to 33kV
• Extensive experience within HV maintenance operations
• Strong working knowledge of industry standards and statutory compliance
• Demonstrable leadership experience within an HV environment
• Commercial awareness and experience managing client relationships
• Calm, decisive, and solutions-focused, particularly in live operational situations

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected organisation within the power sector, offering stability, autonomy, and the chance to lead a critical HV function from its Ipswich base.

For a confidential conversation, contact ARC Recruitment today