Senior Authorised Person
Job in
South Yorkshire, York, North Yorkshire, YO1, England, UK
Listed on 2026-10-14
Listing for:
VHR Global Technical Recruitment
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-14
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician, Electrician / Electrical Installation, Installation Technician
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: South Yorkshire (primarily), with UK-wide travel as required
Role SummaryWe are recruiting a hands‑on 33kV Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join an established electrical engineering business delivering HV installation, maintenance and refurbishment projects. This role combines SAP responsibilities with active involvement in project delivery, working closely with electrical fitters, cable jointers and commissioning teams.
Key Responsibilities- Carry out HV switching, isolation and earthing activities up to 33kV.
- Issue, manage and control electrical safety documentation.
- Establish safe systems of work and brief site teams.
- Lead and support electrical fitters, cable jointers and subcontractors.
- Assist with HV installation, maintenance, inspection and fault‑finding activities.
- Coordinate outages, testing, commissioning and safe return‑to‑service operations.
- Current or previous SAP authorisation experience up to 33kV (or above).
- Practical experience in HV electrical installation, maintenance, commissioning or fitting.
- Strong understanding of HV switch gear, transformers, switching schedules and safety procedures.
- Experience leading site teams and resolving technical issues.
- Recognised electrical apprenticeship or relevant electrical qualification.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.
- Previous experience as an HV Electrical Fitter, Site Supervisor or Commissioning Engineer before progressing into SAP duties would be ideal.
- Broad exposure to HV infrastructure projects and outage planning.
Offering a basic salary of £55,000-£60,000
, overtime opportunities, company vehicle, travel expenses, accommodation allowances, pension, holiday entitlement and ongoing training.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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