Senior Authorised Person Utilities · · in Andover

This role covers a region across Oxford, Andover, Salisbury and Yeovil but we would consider applicants nationwide.

Salary: Competitive plus vehicle

Contract Type: Permanent preferred

Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday – outages on site, admin and planning from home

We are looking for a Senior Authorised Person (SAP), 11 - 33kV to lead and manage the tree cutting electrical provision team within Ground Control’s operational area with SSE. As the lead, the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering their own tree cutting related power outages, as well as being the lead on all other tree cutting outages carried out by a small team of subcontractor SAPs.

What you’ll do:

• The successful candidate will ensure work is completed to the highest possible standards in terms of safety, environment, quality, operational excellence and always drive to provide the best value to Ground Control and its Clients.
• This role is based from 11-33kV work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Efficient and comprehensive planning and delivery of all individual as well as team assigned tree cutting power outages.
• Apply/Remove/Oversee the application of earths, back feeds and generation when required.
• Support and drive the delivery of the overall tree cutting power outage programme.
• Lead and manage the electrical provision team to ensure that all programmes of work are delivered to time and budget and in line with contractual commitments to time, cost and quality.
• Assist in the management of budgets relating to the electrical provision.

What you’ll get:

• We offer a long-term, stable programme of work across multiple counties with the flexibility to work from home for planning and admin.
• You’ll have the opportunity to lead, shape, and grow your own electrical provision team as well as gaining real autonomy and impact.

What we’re looking for:

• Senior Authorised Person with Field Control as defined by the SSE or any other DNO approval. SSE approval is highly preferable however we can consider a training package to achieve SSE approval over 3 months if your current approval is from a different DNO.
• Educated to HNC level qualification in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• A broad understanding of UK Power Networks electrical shutdown provision processes, rules and regulations or any other DNO.
• Ability to identify problems, understand key issues and investigate alternatives.
• Hold a Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary – aligned with your skills and experience
• Performance‑linked bonus: Bonus opportunities aligned to your level and contribution.
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for the future
• Recognition schemes – celebrating and rewarding great work
• Private GP service – fast, convenient access to medical support
• Life insurance – providing added peace of mind
• Subsidised gym membership – supporting your health and wellbeing
• Holiday buy scheme – purchase up to 5 additional days of annual leave

At Ground Control, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We believe that diversity drives innovation and success, and we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic as defined in the Equality Act 2010. We actively support and promote an inclusive culture, ensuring fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process and across all stages of employment, including training, development, promotion, pay, and termination. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and employees, and to creating a working environment free from discrimination, harassment, bullying, or victimisation. We expect all colleagues to uphold our values of dignity, respect, and inclusion. We take a zero‑tolerance approach to any form of discriminatory behaviour and are committed to continuous improvement through training, inclusive policies, and accountability at all levels.