At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and mentor teams in delivering critical LV and 11kV distribution projects.
- Company: Join a growing engineering team at Turner Lovell, focused on energy infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, flexible working, and long-term contract opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and development in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the UK's energy sector while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Must have 11kV SAP authorisation and experience in live distribution networks.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Rate: £400 - 550 per day, depending on experience
ASAP
Duration: 6-month rolling contract (framework of 5+ years)
Turner Lovell is recruiting experienced Senior Authorised Persons (SAPs) with SSE CAT 3 or CAT 4 competencies to support the delivery of critical LV and 11kV distribution projects across the United Kingdom (first projects SW England).
This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering and delivery team working across capital delivery, fault response, maintenance, and operational switching activities on the DNO network.
We are seeking operationally strong SAPs who are confident leading from the front, mentoring teams, and delivering works safely and efficiently within live network environments.
As a Delivery Engineer / Senior Authorised Person, you will take responsibility for LV and HV network delivery activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest operational standards. You will play a key role in planned works, fault response, switching operations, contractor management, and the development of junior engineers and field staff.
- Carry out LV and 11kV switching activities across the distribution network
- Deliver LV/HV capital works and maintenance projects safely and efficiently
- Lead site teams and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety procedures and network standards
- Support fault response and restoration activities across the network
- Mentor and support the progression of operational staff toward SAP and Field Control authorisations
- Provide technical guidance across overhead and underground network activities up to 11kV
- Promote a strong safety culture and challenge unsafe behaviours where necessary
Minimum 11kV SAP authorisation
Experience working on live LV/HV distribution networks
Strong background in fault management, switching, and network operations
Experience across overhead line and underground cable systems up to 11kV
Full UK driving licence
This is an excellent opportunity to join a major infrastructure project delivering critical network upgrades within the UK energy sector.
Senior Authorised Person SAP - 11kV / 33kV in Westminster employer: TURNER & LOVELL LIMITED
Turner Lovell is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where experienced Senior Authorised Persons can thrive. With a strong focus on safety and operational excellence, employees benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities, mentoring roles, and the chance to lead critical projects across the UK energy sector. Located in South West England, our team enjoys a collaborative culture that values innovation and teamwork, making it a rewarding place to advance your career.
