Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person)

Thames Water; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water utility company in Basingstoke seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to offer crucial High Voltage technical support. This role necessitates oversight of operational maintenance and engagement with contractors. Candidates should be qualified as a Senior Authorised Person, have fault-finding expertise in high and low voltage equipment, and possess solid communication and analytical skills. The company offers a competitive salary of up to £62,000 annually, alongside generous benefits including performance-related pay, pension contributions, and extensive leave options.

Benefits

Car allowance

Annual leave of 26 days, increasing to 30

Generous pension scheme

Wellbeing benefits including health checks

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Experience in electrical industry, particularly with HV and LV equipment.
• Understanding of HSP 24 Part-01 and BS7671 standards.
• Valid driving license is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for water and waste processes.
• Oversee maintenance and repairs as Senior Authorised Person.
• Engage with contractors and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Fault finding on high and low voltage equipment

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Suitably trained and qualified as a Senior Authorised Person

Job description

We currently have a great opportunity to join our team in the Home Counties Thames Valley Area as an Electrical Engineer to provide important High Voltage (HV) Electrical technical support. Due to the nature of this role, you can be based at a number of our sites depending on your location.

As the successful candidate, your role will be to provide technical support across the water and waste processes, to the operations and maintenance functions on the practical aspects of electrical power distribution and utilisation.

This field‑based role will involve working to tight schedules, overseeing operational maintenance, repairs and performing SAP duties in issuing HV and Low Voltage Permits to Work.

Working across the water and waste processes, this role represents a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference.

What you’ll be doing as the Electrical Engineer (Senior Authorised Person)

• Working to tight schedules, overlooking operational maintenance, repairs and performing Senior Authorised Person (SAP) duties in issuing HV and Low Voltage Permits to Work.
• Engage with contractors and other third parties in providing oversight and technical supervision of onsite activities.
• Coordinate work activities of multiple working parties – Contractors, Thames Water staff and Distribution Network Operators (DNO).
• Review RAMS and act as a technical expert to support the approval of TWOSAs.
• Acting as Lead SAP for several operational sites with varying sizes and complexity, comprising a wide range of HV and LV switchgear, equipment, and transformers.
• Coach and mentor the other members of the team and operations staff in preparation for appointment as an Authorised Person.
• Participation in the team on‑call out‑of‑hours rota.

Base Location: Basingstoke STW RG24 8LL – however, due to the nature of this role, you can be based from a number of our sites depending on your location.

Working Pattern: 36 Hours Monday‑Friday plus Standby rota.

Car Allowance, all PPE and tools are provided.

What you should bring to the role

• Experience in the electrical industry, fault finding on high and low voltage equipment as well as a clear understanding of HSP 24 Part‑01 (Thames Water electrical safety rules) and BS7671 (IEE Wiring Regulations), as these are key to the success of this role.
• You will be suitably trained, qualified and experienced as a Senior Authorised Person and ideally have a good understanding of water/wastewater processes and their relationship to electrical power distribution systems.
• You will be a team player, have good analytical and interpersonal skills, be an effective communicator and be willing to face challenging issues.
• Knowledge and awareness of health and safety issues are crucial.
• A valid driving licence is essential.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary up to £62,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience.
• Standby rota payments can increase this earning potential upon completion of essential company training.
• Performance‑related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
• Contributory pension – Defined Contribution: Maximum of 12% – 2× employee contribution.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays).
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON.
• Generous Paternity Leave, including 4 weeks paid and an optional 2 weeks unpaid.
• Enhanced Maternity Leave, 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay.
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.