Electrical Engineer HV

We’re the UK's largest ports operator with a network of 21 ports around Britain. We handle around one quarter of the UK's seaborne trade and contribute £7.5 billion to our economy every year.

It’s a story we’re proud of but it doesn’t end there. We’re transforming our business and embracing the future.

We offer a vast range of roles spanning the UK, all rooted in a culture that welcomes diversity, fosters talent, encourages internal movement and progression, and places safety as our number one priority.

As part of our Ready For Tomorrow strategy, we've created a new role in the Humber as a HV Project Technician to support with delivering a more positive environmental impact and supporting our investment in the UKs clean energy transition. The role will have a key impact on the delivery of project works and supporting maintenance works on our private HV Network of 143 Substations across our 4 sites, you'll be heavily involved with Switching works, contractor management and project delivery. 

We offer a competitive salary, contributory pension from day one (Starting at 3% employee contribution with 5% company match), private healthcare, access to our Employee Assistance Program, 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays – plus the option to purchase additional days), wide range of discounts and cash back with high street and online retailers. We offer an inclusive work environment with an in-house training academy which offers ongoing opportunities to develop your skills.

Key Accountabilities:
•    Carry out the role of High Voltage Authorised Person (AP) as defined within the Group Electrical Safety Rules.
•    Keep up to date with all safety regulations and new technical innovations to provide advice and support to the Engineering Department.
•    Assist with providing expert guidance and support for day-to-day electrical problems
•    Identify and prepare cost estimates for both present and future electrical engineering works.
•    Liaise with property and commercial teams to assist in developing engineering solutions from initial feasibility through to delivery.
•    Diagnose faults (first line) and solve problems and equipment

Key Requirements & Qualifications:
•    Degree qualified to BEng Level in a relevant electrically focused subject
•    Qualified to a minimum of AP level (or in-house equivalent)
•    Knowledge of multi-site/multi-tenanted private electrical networks ideally from a DNO or client side background
•    Computer skills (Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel, Outlook)
•    Full Driving licence
•    Previous experience/understanding of site coordination roles and responsibilities with respect to Construction, Design and Management (CDM) Regulations 2015. Trained to IOSH level in relevant safety qualification.

Why Should You Make ABP Your First Port Of Call?
•    Have the chance to make a difference in a business critical to UK trade
•    Work within an exciting, innovative, growing business.
•    You can thrive in an inclusive environment where every individual can be themselves and feel respected
•    Receive competitive salary and benefits package
•    Get support for training, personal development and further education
•    Benefit from support and engagement through dedicated management and leadership

Additional Information:

When joining ABP you will find an environment that is both welcoming and challenging. We reward our employees well and offer a generous remuneration package, employer pension, private health insurance and a range of other benefits.
Please note that ABP undertake random screening for substance abuse and operate a zero-tolerance policy. A medical will be required before starting this position also.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their background, which helps us to provide a diverse and inclusive working environment.