High Voltage Authorised Engineer

Nexus Careers Group Ltd; Filton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pension

Wider benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Nexus Careers Group Ltd is seeking an experienced High Voltage Authorized Engineer (HVAP) to maintain and operate the site's HV electrical infrastructure in Filton, Bristol. The role focuses on HV switching, isolation and ensuring reliable electrical networks across a major engineering/manufacturing site.

You will perform planned and reactive maintenance, work with HV switchgear, substations and transformers, and uphold electrical safety and compliance while supporting a skilled facilities

Qualifications

• Qualified electrician or electrical engineer with genuine HV experience.
• Experience with HV switching and electrical isolation.
• Authorised Person (AP) / Senior AP (SAP) experience preferred.
• 18th Edition would be beneficial.
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills.

Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and HV infrastructure.
• Carrying out HV switching, isolation and restoration activities.
• Working with HV switchgear, substations, transformers and associated equipment.
• Fault-finding and responding to electrical and HV faults.
• Supporting safe operation and maintenance of the site's electrical network.
• Working with electrical safety procedures, permits and isolation requirements.
• Completing planned maintenance and statutory inspections.
• Supporting contractors and specialist teams when required.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance, inspections and switching activities.
• Collaborating with the wider engineering team to keep the site safe and compliant.

Skills

HV switching

Fault-finding

Electrical safety

Electrical maintenance

Safety compliance

Education

Level 3 Electrical qualification / City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent

Tools

HV switchgear

Substations

Transformers

Job description

High Voltage Autorised Engineer (HVAP Engineer)

Location: Filton, Bristol

Salary: Up to £60,000

Shift Type: Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00

Benefits: Excellent pension and wider benefits package

We're looking for an experienced HVAP Engineer to join a major engineering site and manufacturing site in Filton, working as part of a highly skilled facilities engineering team.

This is a great opportunity for an electrician or electrical engineer looking to take the next step in their career within a large, technically complex site, with exposure to critical electrical infrastructure and high-voltage systems.

The Role

You'll be responsible for maintaining, operating and supporting the electrical infrastructure across the site, with a particular focus on HV systems.

The role will include:

• Planned and reactive maintenance of electrical and HV infrastructure.
• Carrying out HV switching, isolation and restoration activities.
• Working with HV switchgear, substations, transformers and associated equipment.
• Fault-finding and responding to electrical and HV faults.
• Supporting the safe operation and maintenance of the site's electrical network.
• Working in line with electrical safety procedures, permits and isolation requirements.
• Completing planned maintenance and statutory inspections.
• Supporting contractors and specialist engineering teams when required.
• Maintaining accurate records of maintenance, inspections and switching activities.
• Working closely with the wider engineering team to ensure the site remains safe, compliant and operational.
• Identifying potential improvements and helping maintain high engineering standards.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in speaking with qualified electricians and electrical engineers with genuine HV experience, particularly those who have been involved in HV switching and electrical isolation.

Ideally, you'll have:

• Level 3 Electrical qualification / City & Guilds / NVQ or equivalent.
• Previous experience working with HV electrical systems.
• Practical experience of HV switching, isolation or network operation.
• Experience with HV switchgear, substations or transformers.
• Authorised Person (AP) / Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience.
• 18th Edition would be beneficial.
• Strong fault-finding and maintenance skills.
• A safety-first approach and good understanding of electrical compliance.

Why Consider It?

• Salary up to £60,000 with regular reviews.
• Strong pension package.
• Excellent wider benefits package.
• Opportunity to develop qualifications.
• Strong long-term career opportunities.

If you're an experienced electrician or electrical engineer looking for a role where you can develop qualifications and your career in a technically complex environment, this could be a great next move