Life as an Electrical Engineer on a Live Electricity Network Upgrade Project

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Electrical engineering roles within power networks are often associated with design or maintenance work. In reality, some of the most impactful engineering careers sit within live electricity network environments, where infrastructure must be upgraded while maintaining a continuous supply. Working on a live network presents a unique set of challenges — and opportunities — for…

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SAP 132kV Authorised Person: Roles, Responsibilities and Career Path

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Within electricity networks, few roles carry as much responsibility as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) operating at 132kV. These professionals play a critical role in ensuring the safe operation of high-voltage systems, particularly during switching, maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. As electricity networks continue to evolve, demand for experienced SAPs remains consistently high — especially across…

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CCO & COO Opportunities in Electronics Manufacturing

Elite Electronic Systems, A rapidly scaling, private equity-backed electronics manufacturing group is entering a critical phase of growth — and is now seeking to appoint both a Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) to help shape its future. Operating across multiple sites in England, Scotland and Ireland, this Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)…

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James Tilley: Why I’m Running the London Marathon for CTRT

James Tilley, Marathon Man

With the 2026 London Marathon fast approaching on Sunday 26 April, Jonathan Lee Recruitment’s James Tilley is entering the final stretch of his training — both physically and emotionally. What started as a personal challenge has become something far more meaningful. A Journey Built on Consistency and Purpose Training over the past few months has…

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Power Systems Engineering: Roles, Skills and Career Paths

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Power systems engineering is a specialised area of electrical engineering focused on the design, analysis and optimisation of electricity networks. From powering homes and businesses to supporting critical infrastructure, power systems engineers play a vital role in keeping modern society running. As electricity demand increases and energy systems evolve, the need for skilled engineers in…

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IR35, Authority and Interim Procurement: Why Strong Interims Walk Away

In the UK interim procurement market, there’s a recurring challenge that rarely gets discussed openly. Organisations struggle to secure the strongest interim procurement professionals — particularly for complex or high-impact assignments. At the same time, experienced interims are increasingly selective about the roles they accept. This isn’t a supply issue. It’s a structural one. The…

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How Electricity Networks Are Upgraded: Inside Jersey’s Big Infrastructure Programme

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Electricity networks are the backbone of modern society. From powering homes and hospitals to supporting digital infrastructure and transport systems, reliable electricity distribution is essential. However, electricity networks are not static. As populations grow, technology evolves and renewable energy becomes more prominent, utilities must continually invest in upgrading and modernising their infrastructure. Across Europe and…

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UK defence spending is rising but composite manufacturing capacity is not

The defence budget uplift is no longer theoretical. It is flowing into programmes, framework agreements and long term platform commitments. The UK Government has committed to increasing defence spending towards 2.5 percent of GDP, with further pressure from NATO partners to go beyond that. For advanced manufacturing businesses, that translates into real production demand across…

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