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Senior authorised person

Edinburgh
Hunter Philips Executive Search
Posted: 18 May
Offer description

400kV Senior Authorised Person– 10 month contract– Outside IR35 – Onshore substation– ASAP start date – Hybrid role based in Scotland – Monday to Friday

I am looking for a 400kV Lead Senior Authorised Person to take the substation project through commisioning and over to energisation taking responsibility for SFTS.

Requirements

* Previous authorisations 400kV as a Senior Authorised Person
* Ideally previously experienced as a Lead SAP
* Commissioning engineer experience
* Solid understanding of Electrical Safety relating to transmission and offshore wind
* Experience and understanding on an ONS substation
* DNO or National Grid experience is desired but not essential
* Experience within transmission

Responsibilities

* Oversee offshore transmission infrastructure and commissioning of works
* Coordinate activities alongside onshore Project Managers, acting as the key point of contact for offshore operations.
* Carry out monthly inspections, routine maintenance, and raise defect notifications on equipment.
* Investigate site issues and implement corrective actions where required.
* Plan and manage outages, ensuring safe execution.
* Taking the lead on commissioning through to energisation
* Lead defect resolution and snagging with OEM suppliers to maintain operational performance.
* Manage and resolve faults across offshore assets, ensuring effective escalation and follow-up.
* Monitor and support Senior Authorised Persons
* Drive knowledge transfer from experienced 400kV SAPs, ensuring team competence and succession planning.
* Act as a hub leader, coordinating workstreams, team activities, and training delivery.

Logistics:

* ASAP start date
* Day rate, outside IR35
* Monday - Friday
* 10 month initial contract
* Hybrid (minimum requirement of 3 days on site. You may be required onsite more as per project requirements)

If you are interested and meet the requirements then please send your CV to josie.wade@hunterphilips.com and get a call booked in with me.

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