Senior Authorised Person

Location: Basingstoke
Type: Permanent
Compensation: Competitive + Flexible Benefits

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? As an HGV Driver with us, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our construction and asset replacement projects on the distribution network. Your expertise in LV & HV switching, isolation, and safety documentation will be invaluable!

In this dynamic role, you will:

• Plan outages and create switching programmes while collaborating with System Control.
• Make dead, isolate, and earth high voltage electrical networks.
• Facilitate a safe working environment during high voltage operations.
• Issue Safety Documents and Permits to Work for apparatus identification and release.
• Conduct high voltage testing and fault location.
• Reenergise the network upon project completion.
• Ensure compliance with Freedom’s SHE policy and safety instructions on-site.
• Implement safety rules, instructions, and procedures from Freedom and our customers.
• Prepare project files in line with Freedom policy and CDM Regulations.
• Conduct Risk Assessments at all project stages.
• Maintain all statutory records, certificates, and notifications.
• Promote a proactive safety culture.
• Oversee work activities for effective and timely completion.
• Accurately complete records such as as-builts and work record sheets.
• Coordinate with employees and control centres for shutdowns and Permits to Work.
• Collaborate with site managers, subcontractors, clients, and colleagues for smooth project execution.
• Mentor and develop trainees.

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Experience in high voltage electrical networks.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A commitment to safety and compliance.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving.

At Freedom, we believe in fostering a culture of inclusion, respect, and fairness. Here’s what you can expect:

• Growth Opportunities: We value your progression and provide a clearly defined development path with regular reviews and training.
• Supportive Environment: Join a team that treats each other as individuals and supports one another.
• Flexible Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary along with flexible benefits tailored to your needs.

We’re excited about the possibility of you joining our team! We strive to make our recruitment process transparent and accommodating. If you need any assistance during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we’ll work together to meet your needs.

Freedom is proud to be part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK. With a rich history dating back to 1921 and a turnover of £500m, we are dedicated to developing great people through our investment in training and support.

Join us and be part of a team that values respect, fairness, and individual growth!