HV Electrical Engineer
CV-LibraryBirmingham, West Midlands (County)permanentPosted: 5 June 2026
Apply NowHV Electrical Engineer (HV SAP)
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (Hybrid)
Permanent Opportunity
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HV Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person) to join a leading engineering and infrastructure business. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of high-voltage maintenance, remedial, and project works across critical electrical networks.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of operational and project activities while maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Delivery
* Lead the delivery of HV maintenance, remedial, and project works across electrical networks.
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring service excellence and effective stakeholder management.
* Ensure all Senior Authorised Person (SAP), training, audit, and compliance requirements are fully maintained.
* Promote a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental culture across all operational activities.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Produce and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
* Ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with company procedures, industry regulations, and legislative requirements.
* Drive continuous improvement and best practice across operational teams.
Planning & Performance
* Organise and coordinate engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
* Support tender submissions through site surveys, scope development, pricing support, and technical input.
* Prepare operational reports, KPI data, and performance updates for senior management.
* Monitor resource allocation and programme delivery to meet client expectations.
Technical Leadership
* Carry out factory, site, and plant inspections.
* Support commissioning activities, witness testing, and technical assessments.
* Participate in the SAP standby rota and provide initial fault response when required.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing technical expertise and promoting professional development.
Travel Requirements
* Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required to support project and operational needs.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 5 years' experience working on electrical networks from 11kV to 66kV.
* Senior Authorised Person (SAP) qualification.
* HNC in Electrical Engineering or a Level 3 Electrical Qualification supported by significant industry experience.
* Strong understanding of HV network operations, maintenance, commissioning, and fault response.
* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
* Ability to work independently and lead teams effectively.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet demanding deadlines.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure and high-profile engineering projects.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career progression.
To apply, please send an up-to-date Word copy of your CV together with a suitable contact number.
Reference: #GPHVBIR(phone number removed)
Location: Birmingham
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (Hybrid)
Permanent Opportunity
The Opportunity
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced HV Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person) to join a leading engineering and infrastructure business. This role offers the chance to work on a diverse portfolio of high-voltage maintenance, remedial, and project works across critical electrical networks.
The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient delivery of operational and project activities while maintaining the highest standards of technical excellence and customer service.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Delivery
* Lead the delivery of HV maintenance, remedial, and project works across electrical networks.
* Act as the primary point of contact for customers, ensuring service excellence and effective stakeholder management.
* Ensure all Senior Authorised Person (SAP), training, audit, and compliance requirements are fully maintained.
* Promote a strong health, safety, quality, and environmental culture across all operational activities.
Health, Safety & Compliance
* Produce and review Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS).
* Conduct site inspections, audits, and compliance reviews.
* Ensure all activities are delivered in accordance with company procedures, industry regulations, and legislative requirements.
* Drive continuous improvement and best practice across operational teams.
Planning & Performance
* Organise and coordinate engineering teams to ensure successful project delivery.
* Support tender submissions through site surveys, scope development, pricing support, and technical input.
* Prepare operational reports, KPI data, and performance updates for senior management.
* Monitor resource allocation and programme delivery to meet client expectations.
Technical Leadership
* Carry out factory, site, and plant inspections.
* Support commissioning activities, witness testing, and technical assessments.
* Participate in the SAP standby rota and provide initial fault response when required.
* Mentor and support junior engineers, sharing technical expertise and promoting professional development.
Travel Requirements
* Occasional travel and overnight stays may be required to support project and operational needs.
Requirements
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum 5 years' experience working on electrical networks from 11kV to 66kV.
* Senior Authorised Person (SAP) qualification.
* HNC in Electrical Engineering or a Level 3 Electrical Qualification supported by significant industry experience.
* Strong understanding of HV network operations, maintenance, commissioning, and fault response.
* Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and report-writing skills.
* Ability to work independently and lead teams effectively.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet demanding deadlines.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
* Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure and high-profile engineering projects.
* Ongoing training and professional development.
* A supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for career progression.
To apply, please send an up-to-date Word copy of your CV together with a suitable contact number.
Reference: #GPHVBIR(phone number removed)