HV Electrical Engineer (HV Authorised Person) in Coventry

HV Electrical Engineer – Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

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.