Utilities Operations Engineer – High Voltage Authorised Person (SAP)

**If you’d like to be considered for this opportunity we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment as if applications are high the role will close before the closing date given.** **Utilities Operations Engineer – High Voltage Authorised Person (SAP)** **Location:** **RG7 4PR**, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with **free onsite parking**. **Package: Basic Salary up to** **£55,000** **** (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Overtime is not guaranteed but is frequently available. Upon successful completion of training there will also be an **AP allowance** of £1,300 and an **on-call allowance** of £2,600. **Working pattern:** AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. **Flexible working** may be offered on a temporary basis. Requests will be considered where possible; however, all arrangements must meet business needs and cannot be guaranteed. You will be required to participate in an **on-call rota**. Each on-call period lasts 7 days and is assigned on a rotational basis among team members. **Let us introduce** **the role** As a Utilities Operations Engineer, you will play a key role in the safe operation, maintenance, and delivery of contractor works across your designated **Electrical Network area**. Holding **Authorised Person** appointments, you will carry out switching operations, manage safety documentation, and ensure the ongoing reliability and safety of critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on role where your technical expertise and judgement directly support operational continuity. **Key Responsibilities as part of your day-to-day role:** - Produce and review switching schedules and safety programmes for HV/LV network operations - Issue and receive safety documentation (e.g. Permits to Work, Certificates of Isolation, Sanctions for Test, Limitations of Access, outage requests) - Maintain accurate records of switching operations within EDOR (Electrical Distribution Operations Record) - Take responsibility for electrical safety within your appointed area - Safely operate, maintain, and manage electrical equipment under your control - Provide direction and oversight when managing works delivered by staff or contractors - Ensure timely communication of network failures to Operations/Network Managers and relevant stakeholders - Undertake Authorised Person duties within the limits of your appointment - Prepare, review, and implement Safe Systems of Work - Act as Work Supervisory Officer where required - Deputise for the Operations Manager when needed **We do need you to have the following:** - Technician Apprenticeship or ONC/NVQ with suitable additional experience. - A background as an experienced electrician **It would be great if you also have experience in some of the following:** - Operating high voltage switchgear - Engineering capability across relevant networks, comprising a range of infrastructure facilities and associated plant and equipment - Utilities or building services delivery across a large portfolio of buildings - Supporting engineering services throughout the asset lifecycle - Providing utilities engineering insight to support operational decision-making **Personal Development at AWE:** - Experienced electricians without HV Training may be considered for an improver role – we will review your experience and align to the most appropriate role. **What you’ll bring** You’re calm under pressure, organised, and able to respond effectively in a changing priority environment. You take ownership of your work, apply sound judgement, and bring a proactive and flexible approach to your role. **Some reasons we think you’ll love it here:** AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: - **9-day working fortnight** – every other Friday off, plus 270 hours annual leave - **Market-leading pension scheme** – AWE contributes 9% to 13% of your pensionable pay - **Family-friendly policies** – including 39 weeks full pay for maternity and 4 weeks full p…