Overview
Serco have an exciting new role for an Authorised Person in our Estates department. The role requires a thorough understanding of JSP375, and the ability to provide support, guidance, strategy and direction to the Estates Project team. This will be a challenging role and requires an individual with the experience of managing all AP documentation in accordance with JSP 375.
Responsibilities
* Acting as site lead for AP duties in Electrical
* Supporting the SHEF Manager, responsible for the efficient delivery of a range of Authorised Person (AP) duties, ensuring works carried out on high risk assets and activities are controlled and monitored as per JSP375 Part 2, Volume 3 (Common requirements) and the associated discipline chapters
* The AP is the individual responsible for the practical implementation and application of JSP 375 Pt 2 Volume 3 for the systems, installations and locations for which they have been appointed
* Co-operate and communicate with other parties (internal & external) as required to arrange shutdowns of systems, plant and equipment
* Review, in conjunction with other APs and stakeholders, all prospective work on systems that fall under the safe system of work and determine the appropriate level of control
* Ensure that a relevant plan is prepared to ensure adequate isolation of a System prior to the issue of any Safety Documents for that System
* Ensure that any recipient of a Safety Document is a registered Skilled Person (SkP) with appropriate competencies for the system to be worked on
* Visibly check the relevant points of work for soundness and that the work is complete (where applicable)
* Provide suitable and sufficient evidence of personal competence to the satisfaction of the AE, including a personal logbook as described in Annex B to JSP 375 Pt 2 Volume 3 Chapter - Common requirements
* Within the scope of the systems under the APs control, assure the competency of Skilled Persons as described in JSP375 Part 2 Volume 3 Chapter 2 (Common requirements) prior to the issue of any safety documentation
* Manage registers of Skilled Persons as appropriate
* Fulfil additional discipline specific duties as described within specific chapters of JSP 375 Pt 2 Volume 3 within the AP's competence set
* Work in collaboration with the Compliance, Operations and Project Services Teams to ensure a fully compliant estate and provide asset management information
* Assist in the management and maintenance of site electrical networks, gas supplies and other specialist systems in collaboration with the Compliance, Operations and Project teams
* Ensure clear communication of corrective action report findings and recommendations to all stakeholders, and follow up to ensure remediation actions are completed and effective
* Review risk registers and follow maintenance and management processes
* Support the SHEF Manager in all other duties as required enabling the delivery of the role of the Authorised Person
Qualifications and Competence
* In-depth working knowledge of JSP375 Volume 3, any agreed local variations, and regulations applicable to the equipment, systems or locations
* Demonstrate, through formal assessment by the AE, the competency to safely operate, make safe and manage work on or in the equipment, systems or locations for which the appointment is sought, and knowledge of JSP 375 Pt 2 Volume 3
* Successful completion of the appropriate tuition, training and equipment familiarity regime as detailed in JSP375 Part 2 Volume 3 Chapter 2 and discipline-specific chapters
* An accredited Bachelor or honours degree in engineering or technology, or a Higher National Diploma / Foundation Degree in engineering or technology, plus appropriate further learning to degree level
* Or an NVQ4/SVQ4 approved by a licensed professional engineering institution, plus appropriate further learning to degree level
* An Advanced/Modern Apprenticeship or other work-based learning programme approved by a licensed professional engineering institution
* Or a qualification approved by a licensed professional engineering institution in engineering or construction set at level 3 (or above) in the Qualifications and Credit Framework/National Qualifications Framework for England and Northern Ireland; or at level 6 (or above) in the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework; or at level 3 (or above) in the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales or equivalent qualifications
* Or a recognised apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline with additional documented craft and technical skills and qualifications
Disability Confident and Diversity
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Site and Benefits
The Defence Academy sits within a beautiful and secure site which hosts 2 lakes and is surrounded by acres of scenic woodland. The Academy trains the future commanders and staff officers of all three UK Armed Services and those from many countries around the world. Other benefits of working on this site include:
* Free, secure onsite parking
* Opportunity to join many sports and activity clubs (heavily subsidised subscription costs)
* Gym membership, including 2 fully equipped gymnasiums
* 18-hole golf course (annual membership circa £375)
* Fully equipped riding stables with lessons
* Other sporting facilities include tennis courts, Astro-turf football pitches and more
Why Serco?
* Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
* Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
* Training and development: Wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and focus on internal progression
* Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, health lines, wellbeing app, and health plan options
* Discounts: Retail discounts across various categories
* ShareSave scheme: Save and buy Serco shares at a discount
* Employee networks: Supportive networks and community
* Charity: Paid volunteering day and payroll giving options
MoD Security Clearance. Due to the nature of the organisation, all employees of Serco are required to be security cleared to BPSS/SC level. If successful in your application, we would support you with the SC process. As a guideline only, you would normally need to have been a UK resident for the last 5 consecutive years.
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