Utilities Operations Engineer – High Voltage AP (SAP)Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking.Package: Up to £50,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience)Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. Flexible working requests will be considered. Please indicate your preferred working pattern on your application.Let us introduce the roleAs a Utilities Operations Engineer, you will be responsible for the safe operation, maintenance and contractor works activities within the bounds of your appointed Electrical Network delivery area. You will hold Authorised Person appointments and undertake work activities within your appointed area.Key ResponsibilitiesProduce, and review switching schedules / safety programs for switching operations on a HV/LV NetworkIssue and receive safety documentation (e.g. Permit to Work, Certificate of Isolation, Sanction for Test, Limitation of Access certificates, Outage requests, etc.)Keep records of all switching operations and documents within the Electrical Distribution Operations Record (EDOR)Be responsible for matters of electrical safety within your appointed areaProvide direction when managing works by other staff or contractorsUndertake the safe operation, maintenance, and management of electrical equipment under your controlExpedite notification of Network failures to the relevant Operations Manager / Network Manager and keep stakeholders informedUndertake the role of Authorised Person within boundaries of appointment for the roleMaintain oversight and operations within your area of responsibilityDeputise for the Operations Manager when requested and act in the best interest of AWEPrepare, assess, review and provide instruction against Safe Systems of Work for the Network within the boundaries of responsibilityUndertake the role of Work Supervisory OfficerWe do need you to have the followingTechnician Apprenticeship or ONC/NVQ with suitable additional experienceA background as an experienced electricianWe’d like you to have experience in some of the followingExperience operating high voltage switchgearEngineering capability across relevant networks, comprising a range of infrastructure facilities and associated plant and equipmentDelivery of Utilities engineering intelligence for relevant networksExperience in utility / building service delivery over a large portfolio of buildingsDelivery of engineering services across the life of an assetYou’ll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority-changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines.Some reasons you’ll love it here9-day working fortnight – every other Friday off plus 270 hours of annual leaveMarket leading contributory pension scheme (9%–13% of pensionable pay depending on contributions)Family-friendly policies: Maternity Leave 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave 4 Weeks Full PayOpportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional bodyEmployee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health ServicesLife Assurance (4 x annual salary)Discounts on a wide range of everyday spendingSpecial Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service, and caringFor full details, visit the Working at AWE page and the AWE Benefits Guide.Important things you need to knowYou will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The role requires you to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years to apply for SC clearance, and 10 years for DV.Please indicate any adjustments or accommodations needed during the recruitment process on your application.Interviews are typically conducted via Teams and may be a 1-stage process.Note: Due to the classified nature of the work, the successful candidate is expected to spend the majority of time on site at AWE Aldermaston / Burghfield.Next stepsWe value potential, fit with our values, and transferable skills as well as experience. Even if you don’t meet every point above, please apply if you feel this role and AWE are a good fit.Important: You must be a British Citizen to apply for a role with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr