Job Description
Senior Authorised Person (SAP)
Major Power & Infrastructure Projects - 33kV
£65,000 - £75,000 (DOE)
Hertfordshire
Take the lead on critical HV networks across the UK
Are you an experienced Senior Authorised Person looking to play a key role in the delivery, operation and maintenance of high-voltage electrical infrastructure?
My client is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - 33kV to join their growing power division, supporting a diverse portfolio of projects across energy, utilities and private network environments. This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex schemes where safety, technical expertise and operational leadership are at the forefront of every project.
About the business
My client is a well established specialist within the power and utilities sector, delivering electrical infrastructure solutions for a range of industrial, commercial and energy clients throughout the UK. Their project portfolio includes network upgrades, grid connections, energy storage developments and long-term asset management services.
With continued investment and a strong pipeline of work, they are expanding their operational team and are looking to appoint a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - 33kV to support ongoing growth.
What you will be doing
As a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - 33kV, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation of high-voltage systems and supporting the delivery of critical electrical infrastructure projects.
You will be:
- Carrying out high-voltage switching operations on electrical networks up to 33kV
- Preparing, issuing and managing safety documentation in accordance with company procedures
- Taking responsibility for safe systems of work across operational HV environments
- Supporting commissioning activities and energisation programmes
- Assisting with fault investigations and network restoration activities
- Providing technical guidance to engineers, supervisors and operational teams
- Promoting best practice and maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and compliance
- Supporting the development and mentoring of authorised personnel within the business
- Working closely with project teams to ensure operational requirements are fully integrated into project delivery
What we're looking for
To be considered for this Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - 33kV position, you should possess:
- Current or recent Senior Authorised Person authorisation up to 33kV
- Proven experience operating within high-voltage distribution environments
- Strong understanding of electrical safety regulations, operational procedures and industry standards
- Experience undertaking switching operations and managing HV isolation activities
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- A proactive approach to safety, risk management and operational excellence
- Full UK driving licence
Salary and benefits
- £65,000 - £75,000 (DOE)
- Life assurance
- Private healthcare provision
- Company pension scheme
- Free on-site parking where applicable
- Flexible and supportive working environment
- Long-term job security within a growing organisation
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
Additional information
- Permanent positio
- Full-time hours
- UK-wide travel required
- Field based role with work across multiple project locations
- Opportunities for further progression and increased operational responsibility
Interested?
If you are an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - 33kV seeking your next challenge within a growing and technically focused organisation, please submit your CV today for a confidential discussion.
FOOTNOTE:
If you feel that you are right for this role technically, but the salary, location or seniority does not suit you specifically then please still feel free to send us your CV. We constantly recruit for roles very similar to this one at all levels UK Wide. We are always keen to chat with you discreetly about your employment situation.
Even if you are happy in your current role for now, we always welcome calls from Transmission & Distribution professionals keen to make their introductions for future months or years. Carrington West's Transmission & Distribution division is the fastest growing in the country, our specialist team has a combined over 100+ years' experience in this market. Please call Jordan Townley at Carrington West on (phone number removed)/(phone number removed) or email (url removed) for more information.
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