Senior Authorised Person

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Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – 66kV


Location: UK (multiple project locations)


Salary: £75,000 – £95,000 + Vehicle + Overtime + Benefits


Overview

A growing high voltage (HV) engineering contractor is seeking experienced Senior Authorised Persons (SAP) authorised up to 66kV. This is a hands-on operational role supporting switching, commissioning, and energisation on major UK power projects.


Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out HV switching and network operations up to 66kV
  • Issue and control safety documents (PTW, SFT, LOA)
  • Support commissioning and energisation activities
  • Take operational control of HV systems and substations
  • Work closely with project and engineering teams


Typical Projects

  • 33kV and 66kV substations
  • Network upgrades and reinforcement
  • New connections and commissioning works
  • Distribution network operations


Requirements

  • Current or previous SAP authorisation up to 66kV (or strong 33kV candidates ready to step up)
  • Experience in DNO, IDNO, ICP, or HV contracting environments
  • Good understanding of DNO-style safety rules
  • Strong knowledge of HV operations and switching procedures
  • Ability to work on-site across different UK locations


Package

  • £75,000 – £95,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
  • Company vehicle or allowance
  • Overtime available
  • Pension and benefits
  • Long-term project pipeline
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Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – 66kV

Location: UK (multiple project locations)

Salary: £75,000 – £95,000 + Vehicle + Overtime + Benefits

Overview

A growing high voltage (HV) engineering contractor is seeking experienced Senior Authorised Persons (SAP) authorised up to 66kV. This is a hands-on operational role supporting switching, commissioning, and energisation on major UK power projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out HV switching and network operations up to 66kV
  • Issue and control safety documents (PTW, SFT, LOA)
  • Support commissioning and energisation activities
  • Take operational control of HV systems and substations
  • Work closely with project and engineering teams

Typical Projects

  • 33kV and 66kV substations
  • Network upgrades and reinforcement
  • New connections and commissioning works
  • Distribution network operations

Requirements

  • Current or previous SAP authorisation up to 66kV (or strong 33kV candidates ready to step up)
  • Experience in DNO, IDNO, ICP, or HV contracting environments
  • Good understanding of DNO-style safety rules
  • Strong knowledge of HV operations and switching procedures
  • Ability to work on-site across different UK locations

Package

  • £75,000 – £95,000 basic salary (depending on experience)
  • Company vehicle or allowance
  • Overtime available
  • Pension and benefits
  • Long-term project pipeline

Posted: May 1st, 2026