HV Electrical Engineer (HV Authorised Person)
CV-LibraryCoventry, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 6 November 2026
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Salary: £70,000 per annum
Location: Midlands Region
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced HV Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person – SAP) to support the safe, compliant and effective delivery of high-voltage electrical maintenance, remedial works and engineering projects across the Midlands region.
Offering a competitive salary of £70,000 per annum, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HV professional with strong technical knowledge, operational leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality and compliance.
You will play a key role in overseeing operational activities, supporting engineering teams, managing customer relationships and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Delivery & Engineering
* Lead the delivery of HV maintenance, remedial and project works across electrical networks.
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring effective communication and service delivery.
* Ensure all Senior Authorised Person (SAP), training, audit and compliance requirements are maintained.
* Plan, organise and coordinate operational teams to ensure works are completed safely and within agreed deadlines.
* Support tendering activities, including site surveys, pricing, technical scopes and project requirements.
* Produce operational performance reports and KPI updates for senior management.
Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
* Provide strong leadership in Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) matters.
* Develop and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Conduct site inspections, audits and safety reviews.
* Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards and company procedures.
* Promote a positive safety culture and encourage best practice across operational teams.
Technical & Authorised Person Duties
* Undertake factory, site and plant inspections.
* Support and oversee commissioning activities and witness testing.
* Participate in the Senior Authorised Person standby rota.
* Provide initial technical response to electrical faults and operational issues.
* Offer technical guidance, support and mentoring to junior engineers.
Customer & Project Support
* Support customer requirements and wider engineering project activities.
* Travel across the Midlands region as required, including occasional overnight stays.
* Ensure compliance with company policies relating to travel, accommodation and expenses.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum of five years' experience working on high-voltage electrical networks between 11kV and 66kV.
* Qualified Senior Authorised Person (SAP).
* HNC in Electrical Engineering, or a Level 3 electrical qualification supported by significant relevant industry experience.
* Strong technical understanding of HV electrical networks, maintenance and operational procedures.
* Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to deliver presentations where required.
* Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver against challenging deadlines.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support colleagues.
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a proactive and technically competent HV engineering professional who takes pride in delivering safe and high-quality work. You will have the confidence to lead operational activities, build effective customer relationships and support the development of engineering teams.
A strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement is essential
Salary: £70,000 per annum
Location: Midlands Region
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00
Job Type: Full-time
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced HV Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person – SAP) to support the safe, compliant and effective delivery of high-voltage electrical maintenance, remedial works and engineering projects across the Midlands region.
Offering a competitive salary of £70,000 per annum, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HV professional with strong technical knowledge, operational leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality and compliance.
You will play a key role in overseeing operational activities, supporting engineering teams, managing customer relationships and ensuring all works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the required standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Delivery & Engineering
* Lead the delivery of HV maintenance, remedial and project works across electrical networks.
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring effective communication and service delivery.
* Ensure all Senior Authorised Person (SAP), training, audit and compliance requirements are maintained.
* Plan, organise and coordinate operational teams to ensure works are completed safely and within agreed deadlines.
* Support tendering activities, including site surveys, pricing, technical scopes and project requirements.
* Produce operational performance reports and KPI updates for senior management.
Health, Safety, Quality & Compliance
* Provide strong leadership in Health, Safety, Quality and Environmental (HSQE) matters.
* Develop and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Conduct site inspections, audits and safety reviews.
* Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant legislation, industry standards and company procedures.
* Promote a positive safety culture and encourage best practice across operational teams.
Technical & Authorised Person Duties
* Undertake factory, site and plant inspections.
* Support and oversee commissioning activities and witness testing.
* Participate in the Senior Authorised Person standby rota.
* Provide initial technical response to electrical faults and operational issues.
* Offer technical guidance, support and mentoring to junior engineers.
Customer & Project Support
* Support customer requirements and wider engineering project activities.
* Travel across the Midlands region as required, including occasional overnight stays.
* Ensure compliance with company policies relating to travel, accommodation and expenses.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum of five years' experience working on high-voltage electrical networks between 11kV and 66kV.
* Qualified Senior Authorised Person (SAP).
* HNC in Electrical Engineering, or a Level 3 electrical qualification supported by significant relevant industry experience.
* Strong technical understanding of HV electrical networks, maintenance and operational procedures.
* Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to deliver presentations where required.
* Proven ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and deliver against challenging deadlines.
* Strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and support colleagues.
The Ideal Candidate
You will be a proactive and technically competent HV engineering professional who takes pride in delivering safe and high-quality work. You will have the confidence to lead operational activities, build effective customer relationships and support the development of engineering teams.
A strong commitment to safety, compliance and continuous improvement is essential