About the Company
We are urgently looking for 3x 400kV SAPs to join us. The work schedule is Mon – Fri rather than 2 week on/off.
About the Role
The 400kV Senior Authorized Person is responsible for the safe operation, maintenance, and oversight of high voltage electrical systems up to 400kV. This role serves as a key subject matter expert, providing technical guidance, operational support, and safety leadership to ensure the integrity and compliance of critical high voltage infrastructure, particularly within the offshore renewables sector.
Responsibilities
* Serve as a technical expert on 400kV high voltage operations and maintenance activities.
* Carry out 400kV SAP duties, including but not limited to outage planning, site switching activities, demarcation establishment, issue safety documents.
* Provide hands-on guidance, troubleshooting, and oversight to operational teams on complex HV system issues.
* Collaborate with the SAP’s and the Head of Engineering to ensure technical integrity and operational excellence of high voltage assets.
* Act as a senior technical resource and subject matter expert for High Voltage operations.
* Provide hands-on support, troubleshooting, and problem-solving for complex high voltage issues.
* Collaborate with project managers and engineers to ensure safe and effective execution of high voltage work.
* Support the monitoring and reporting on high voltage safety performance.
* Serve as an Authorised Person under the company's Electrical Safety Management System.
* Authorising Engineer supporting authorisation panels and associated training programmes.
* Ensure strict adherence to high voltage safety rules and procedures by operational teams.
* Provide training and mentorship to less experienced staff on high voltage safety practices.
Qualifications
* Significant hands-on experience as an Authorized Person on 400kV high voltage systems.
* Proven track record in high voltage electrical operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Required Skills
* Thorough understanding of high voltage safety management, with a focus on the offshore wind industry.
* Familiarity with UK Electricity at Work Regulations or equivalent high voltage safety standards.
* In-depth technical knowledge of 400kV high voltage systems, including design, construction, and commissioning.
* Understanding of how high voltage infrastructure integrates with renewable energy projects.
* Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve complex high voltage issues, providing clear technical guidance.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support continuous improvement.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with cross-functional teams.
* Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Preferred Skills
* Advanced technical knowledge of high voltage systems, including design, operations, and maintenance.
* Demonstrated expertise in implementing and enforcing high voltage safety standards and procedures.
Pay range and compensation package
Up to £70,000-£90,000 DOE plus 15% flex allowance + Commercial Vehicle + OT as per the company policy.
Place of work: Remote with travel.
Work schedule: Mon - Fri.
Benefits: Private Medical Insurance, Cycle to work scheme, Life assurance - 2.5x base salary, Company Pension contribution - up to 7.5% matched, Holidays: 23 days plus BH.