Senior Authorised Engineer

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Job Title: Senior Authorised Engineer

Location: Durrington/Falmer (Hybrid Working)

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full-time 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Salary: Up to 60000 per annum (depending on experience)

About the Role

Were looking for a technical expert to take ownership of all things electricity across our Water operations. This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to lead influence and make a lasting impact on how we manage electrical systems and safety.

As our Senior Authorised Engineer you will act as a delegated authority Electrical Duty Holder and provide strategic leadership across our MEICA operations. Youll ensure compliance with statutory regulations oversee high-voltage systems and keep our people safe. This is a pivotal role in our transformation journey where your expertise will help us deliver safe reliable services to millions of customers.

What you will be responsible for:

• Own and lead all electrical safety responsibilities across Water Resources & Production.
• Manage health and safety risks particularly those associated with high-voltage systems.
• Line manage a team of three technical experts in mechanical and electrical engineering providing guidance and development.
• Track and manage electrical risksfrom quick fixes to major investment decisions.
• Act as the technical escalation point for electrical safety issues.
• Maintain and update our Electrical Safety Rule Book and competency frameworks.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure best-in-class safety standards.

Additional Requirements:
Participation in incident support rotas may be required and will be discussed during the interview process.

What youll bring to the role:

Essential

• Chartered Engineer status or MIECA membership
• Extensive experience managing HV and LV systems in industrial environments
• Strong leadership and coaching skills
• Proven ability to manage electrical safety and compliance
• Excellent risk management and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable

• Experience in developing competency frameworks
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards

About Southern Water

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britains water industry investing significantly to enhance resilience sustainability and service excellence. With 7.8bn planned investment for 202530 this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where professionals can make a meaningful impact influence major strategic decisions and drive long-term value creation.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At Southern Water we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If youre passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team wed love to hear from youeven if you dont tick every box.

If this role isnt quite what youre looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water you can register your details here: Introduce Yourself (- Introduce Yourself)

Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds identities and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race ethnicity gender sexual orientation age disability religion or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know.

Additional information:

In line with Southern Waters security requirements successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity eligibility to work in the UK criminal record

check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history for the past three years.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of all pre-employment checks including security vetting.

Please note that if a candidate does not meet the required security standards or fails to pass the vetting process Southern Water reserves the right to withdraw the offer of employment. Some positions may also require higher levels of security vetting which may involve providing additional documentation.

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