Commissioning Engineer

Job description

High Voltage Operative (11kV AP)

Nationwide Sites | Head Office: Hertfordshire | Full Time | £65k–£70k+ + Overtime & On-Call

Overview

An established Independent Connections Provider (ICP) is seeking an experienced High Voltage Operative to deliver contestable electrical network connection projects across the UK.

This is a field-based role focused on the safe installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of HV and LV network assets (up to 11kV) across renewable, commercial, industrial, and infrastructure developments.

The Role

Operational Delivery

• Deliver construction, commissioning, and maintenance works on 11kV contestable connections
• Install and terminate HV/LV cables and associated plant
• Undertake testing and commissioning of cables and electrical equipment
• Support remedial and project works across multiple UK sites

Authorised Person Duties

• Carry out HV & LV switching operations
• Isolate, earth, and identify points of work
• Issue and manage safety documentation in line with HV safety rules
• Ensure full compliance with DNO/IDNO procedures and project-specific method statements

Site & Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with project managers, engineers, and DNO/IDNO representatives
• Maintain accurate site documentation including test sheets and as-built records
• Support programme delivery through efficient and safe site execution

About You

Qualifications & Authorisations

• 11kV Authorised Person (AP) status essential
• Current AP certification (IDNO/DNO preferred)
• HNC in Electrical Engineering (desirable)
• EUSR SHEA Power
• Street Works & Cable Identification
• IOSH / NEBOSH / SMSTS advantageous
• Full UK Driving Licence

Experience

• Minimum 5+ years in HV network construction or maintenance
• Experience delivering ICP contestable works
• Strong understanding of HV switching, commissioning, and testing
• Familiar with DNO/IDNO standards and compliance frameworks
• NERS Assessing/Authorising Officer experience highly advantageous

Personal Attributes

• Strong safety-first mindset
• Technically competent and confident working on live networks
• Flexible and prepared to travel nationwide with overnight stays
• Able to support and guide site teams with sound technical knowledge

What’s on Offer

• £65k–£70k+ basic salary
• Overtime and on-call payments
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Ongoing training and HV authorisations
• EMI scheme (post-qualifying period)
• Private healthcare
• Death in service benefit

Summary

This is a senior, hands-on HV operational role suited to an experienced 11kV Authorised Person looking to work on diverse nationwide connection projects within a growing ICP environment.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

England

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

14-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English