Senior Authorised Person

Sphere Solutions; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Discretionary annual bonus

Pension & company benefits

Job summary

Sphere Solutions is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join its High Voltage team. The role covers HV systems up to 33kV across major construction, EV infrastructure, and renewable energy projects in Devon/Cornwall with travel.

You will lead HV operations, coordinate RAMS and safety docs, manage permits, and provide technical leadership across sites and with partners. A strong background in HV switching and DNO/ICPs is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' HV connections experience on large construction sites.
• Proven SAP / Authorised Person experience up to 33kV.
• Strong knowledge of HV switching and safety procedures.
• Experience within DNO / ICP / NERS environments.
• Knowledge of EV charging and Solar Farm connections.
• Able to read HV single-line diagrams and technical drawings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation and delivery of HV systems up to 33kV.
• HV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation.
• Preparing and approving RAMS, switching schedules and safety documentation.
• Managing HV permits and operational procedures.
• Overseeing installation, testing and commissioning.
• Providing technical leadership to engineers and subcontractors.
• Liaising with DNOs, ICPs, NERS, clients and principal contractors.

Skills

HV experience

SAP experience

Leadership

Driving license

DNO/ICPs exposure

Reading diagrams

Job description

Senior Authorised Person - High Voltage (Up to 33kV)

Devon / Cornwall with Travel

Permanent | Full-Time

We are looking for an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join a growing High Voltage team, working across major construction, EV infrastructure and renewable energy projects.

The Role

You will be responsible for the safe operation and delivery of HV systems up to 33kV, including:

• HV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation
• Preparing and approving RAMS, switching schedules and safety documentation
• Managing HV permits and operational procedures
• Overseeing installation, testing and commissioning
• Providing technical leadership to engineers and subcontractors
• Liaising with DNOs, ICPs, NERS, clients and principal contractors

About You

• Minimum 3 years' HV connections experience on large construction sites
• Proven SAP / Authorised Person experience up to 33kV
• Strong knowledge of HV switching and safety procedures
• Experience within DNO / ICP / NERS environments
• Knowledge of EV charging and Solar Farm connections
• Able to read HV single-line diagrams and technical drawings
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

What's on Offer?

• £67,000 - £70,000
• Company Car
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Pension & company benefits
• Major construction, EV and renewable energy projects
• Career progression within a growing ICP business