## Utilities Operations Engineer – High Voltage Authorised Person (SAP)Applyremote type: On-Sitelocations: Reading areatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: July 21, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: R29158**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.**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.**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 pay for paternity leave* **Professional development** – including funding for professional memberships* **Employee Assistance Programme** and Occupational Health Services* **Life assurance** – 4x annual salary, with the option to increase* **Retail and lifestyle discounts*** **Special leave** **policy** – including volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilitiesThe **'Working at AWE' page** on our website is where you can find full details in the **'AWE Benefits Guide'.****Important things you need to know:*** You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. **The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV.*** **We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process.*** Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process.*Due to the classified nature of the work involved, it is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston / Burghfield.* #J-18808-Ljbffr
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