Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer) – OxfordStep into a leading utilities company that champions innovation and service excellence. At UKPS (part of the Last Mile Group), we take pride in delivering top-quality solutions across the multi-utility sector. Our dedicated team in Oxford is expanding, and we're excited to welcome a talented Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer) to join us.As a Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer) at UKPS, you will use your technical expertise, initiative, and problem-solving skills to support Craftsmen and Project Managers with the construction, auditing, and energisation of electricity networks. Your role will be key in ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest standards.The position requires travel to various sites, with occasional overnight stays, so flexibility is essential.What’s in it for you as a Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer)?Here at Last Mile, we pride ourselves in providing a great range of benefits including a fantastic amount of annual leave, including a Christmas shut down.25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidaysHoliday buy schemeDiscretionary bonusEV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)Cycle to work salary sacrifice schemeUp to 7% employer pension contributionLife assurance (x4 annual basic salary)Refer a friend incentiveWagestreamEmployee assistance programmeCompany VehicleHybrid working for eligible roles (3 days in the office, 2 from home) *Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles*Private medical insurance*Company sick pay**Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period*Your responsibilities as a Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer):Supervise and mentor staff to support development and enhance company performance.Conduct competency assessments as an Assessing Officer to ensure compliance with company authorisation standards.Perform pre-commissioning and testing of 11kV & LV switchgear, including IR, continuity, and pressure testing.Liaise with DNO engineers for final connections, energisation of substations, and IDNO/DNO LV networks.Plan and execute DNO LV & HV ‘Self-Connect’ activities and support fault location/repair.Install and test CT Metering wiring in line with industry standards (COP3/COP5 & P283).Experience / Knowledge:Previous experience in the utility sector in a similar Operational RolePossess a sound knowledge of HV and LV distribution networks and the apparatus and cables used in construction.Qualifications:HNC, or equivalent, level of qualification, with a good theoretical and working knowledge of 1ph and 3ph electrical systems at both LV and HV.Current or previous DNO/iDNO 11kV AP/SAP Operational AuthorisationA recognised supervisory Health & Safety qualification (e.g SSSTS or IOSH)Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Senior Authorised Person (Operations Engineer)? Apply now!We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.About us:Last Mile is one of the largest last-mile multi-utility businesses in the UK. We understand construction and we know utilities. We take responsibility for the ‘last mile’ of infrastructure that connects developments to wider distribution networks. Our strong history in gas and electricity connections, deep knowledge of the industry and secure investor backing means we can provide a comprehensive multi-utility solution that includes clean (ground source) heat networks, electricity, water and wastewater.Working through our operating companies UKPS (in South of England and Wales), Energetics (in Scotland, North Wales and the North of England) and our asset adoption business Last Mile Asset Management, we offer a ‘one-stop shop’ for new utility connections.For further enquiries contact – recruitment@lastmile-group.com or visit our website www.lastmile-group.com
