_{06th February, 2026}

Senior Authorised Person (SAP)
Locations available are Scotland, Slough, Swansea & Bristol
£80,000 + car/car allowance + overtime

Fourblue are working with a well-established and highly regarded engineering contractor delivering a wide range of electrical and mechanical services across the UK. Their capabilities include HV and LV works, EV infrastructure, street lighting, electrical compliance, test and inspection, and full electrical installation services.

They operate across both large-scale frameworks and smaller standalone projects, offering a flexible and innovative approach that allows them to deliver complex works safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

They are now looking to appoint experienced Senior Authorised Persons (SAPs) to support delivery across construction and asset replacement works on major DNO networks.
This role will involve full operational responsibility for HV/LV switching, outage planning, fault restoration activities, and the issuing of safety documentation. You will play a key part in ensuring network safety, compliance, and continuity of supply across live operational environments.

Responsibilities of the Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

• Carry out switching, isolations, earthing and operational duties across LV and HV networks
• Produce switching schedules, outage programmes and safe systems of work
• Liaise with System Control and support outage planning and restoration activities
• Issue safety documentation including Permits to Work and Sanction for Test
• Identify points of work and ensure safe release of equipment for site teams
• Support HV fault location and testing activities
• Control and monitor electrical construction and fault restoration works up to 33kV
• Supervise jointer and fitter teams, ensuring works are delivered safely and to programme
• Act as the lead electrical authority in emergency situations and during power restoration
• Provide technical guidance and support to both internal teams and client stakeholders

Criteria for the Senior Authorised Person (SAP):

• Current authorisation to carry out switching operations from LV up to 11kV (33kV highly advantageous)
• Strong knowledge of DNO switchgear and associated plant
• Excellent understanding of current safety regulations, industry standards, and operational procedures
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise site teams effectively
• Confident communicator with strong written and verbal skills
• A strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a strong reputation in the HV sector, working on critical network projects across major UK DNOs. The role offers long-term stability, strong earning potential, and the chance to work on technically challenging and rewarding operational works.

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