Senior Authorised Person

NG Bailey; Beckfoot; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car/Car allowance

Pension with employer contribution

Private medical insurance

24/7 Employee assistance program

Flexible benefits

Job summary

NG Bailey is seeking a Senior Authorised Engineer / Senior Authorised Person to deliver SAP services on 11kV projects across the North West. The role requires 11kV SAP authorization and a full UK driving licence, with experience on DNO networks preferred.

You will work on ground-mounted 11kV plants and underground cables, supporting framework contracts while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance across the North West England region.

Qualifications

• Authorization as an 11kV SAP.
• Full UK Driving Licence is required.
• Experience on DNO networks, ideally with Electricity North West.
• Asbestos UKARTA course is desirable.
• Confined Spaces certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver SAP services on framework contracts for 11kV ground-mounted plant and underground cables.
• Work across North West England with voltage levels of 11kV and above.
• Engage in secondary switchgear changes, including Transformers, RMU, 11kV panel boards, and LV boards.
• Support health, safety and regulatory compliance in project delivery.

Skills

11kV SAP authorization

Full UK Driving Licence

Asbestos UKARTA course

Confined Spaces certification

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Senior Authorised Person!

Location: North West

Type: Permanent

Compensation: Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

About the Role

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Freedom is on the lookout for a Senior Authorised Engineer / Senior Authorised Person with authorization up to 11kV. This is your chance to join a dynamic and expanding team, making a real impact across the North West.

The primary focus of this role is to deliver SAP services on our framework contracts, specifically handling ground-mounted 11kV plant and underground cables in the ENW and SPEN DNO areas. If you’re passionate about electrical engineering and want to be part of something bigger, we want to hear from you!

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work with voltage levels of 11kV and above.
• Cover the geographical area of North West England.
• Engage in secondary switchgear changes, including Transformers, RMU, 11kV panel boards, and LV boards.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in providing the above duties.
• Previous work experience on DNO networks, ideally with Electricity North West.
• Authorization as an 11kV SAP.
• Full UK Driving Licence (required).
• Asbestos UKARTA course (desirable).
• Confined Spaces certification (desirable).

Why Join Us?

At Freedom, we believe in evolving our benefits to attract and retain the best talent. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Car/Car allowance.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle).
• Pension plan with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution.
• 25 days of holiday.
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program for mental health and well-being support.
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, and Tax-Free Bikes.
• Personal development program to help you grow.

Next Steps

We’re committed to building a culture where everyone feels included, respected, and valued. Our recruitment process is designed to be transparent and accommodating. If you need any adjustments to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know—we’re here to help!

About Us

Freedom is proud to be part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK. Since our founding in 1921, we’ve grown to a turnover of £500m and a team of 3,000 dedicated professionals. We invest in our people through comprehensive training and development programs.

Working across various sectors in the building and infrastructure industry, we embrace innovation and responsibility, allowing us to tackle groundbreaking projects with the latest tools and technologies.

We value progression and are committed to providing you with a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training, and ongoing support to help you reach your full potential.

Join us and be part of something extraordinary!