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Lead senior authorised person

Leeds
Permanent
Winsearch
£85,000 a year
Posted: 14h ago
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Lead Delivery Engineer (SAP), Major Projects Location: Yorkshire Directorate: Energy Systems Opportunity Do you want to play a key role in delivering major infrastructure projects and help shape the electricity distribution network of the future? We're looking for an experienced Lead Project Delivery Engineer to join the Major Projects team, where you'll take the lead in managing and delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards — from 11kV through to 132kV. You will bring extensive experience as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP), with operational authorisations in all disciplines at voltages from 11kV to 132kV — or up to 400kV. You will also have in-depth knowledge of safety procedures, including CDM regulations and UK electrical safety rules. We're excited to hear from candidates with: Existing UK SAP authorisations from 11kV to 132kV in all disciplines. SAP authorisations at 132kV to 400kV. Or those working toward full SAP status at 132kV in all disciplines, with a clear plan to achieve this within 12 months. What's the Package? Along with a competitive salary of £73,451 – £85,620, benefits include: Opportunity for overtime and standby payments once appropriately authorised 25 days holiday (rising with service) Car allowance / company car scheme Payment of professional fees Excellent opportunities for career growth Key Responsibilities Carry out operations on the network at all voltages and in all disciplines up to and including 132kV. Set staff to work on complex EHV networks to safe systems of work. Deliver and manage strategic complex major projects to time, cost, and quality. Lead safety management and supervision on complex major projects. Plan and execute outages and Emergency Return to Service activities on complex networks. Lead operational assessment panels. Maintain in-depth knowledge on EHV subject matter and train colleagues in a formal setting. Key Competencies Extensive and current operational experience of operating on a UK network as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) in all disciplines and at all voltages from 11kV to 132kV. Current SAP experience at 275kV/400kV will also be considered. Strong knowledge and demonstrable experience of applying safety procedures, specifically CDM regulations, and the Distribution Safety Rules. Experience in plant and equipment commissioning. Proven track record of delivering complex projects to time, cost, and quality. Strong leadership skills. Qualifications & Experience HNC, HND, degree, or equivalent in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with at least three years of relevant EHV SAP operational experience. Hold existing HV and EHV Senior Authorised Person status for a UK network company. NEBOSH/IOSH or similar qualification is desirable. Our clients and their customers come from diverse backgrounds and so do we. We hire our people from various walks of life, each of whom make our company stronger with their talent, uniqueness, and expertise. This is what makes our company special; if you want to help us grow and take this ethos to our clients, then we cannot wait to collaborate with you! The UK has now left the European Union. Any EU, EEA or Swiss citizens living in the UK that wish to remain in the UK post Brexit need to apply to the EU Settlement Scheme. Although the closing date for applications was 30th Jun 2021, if you have not yet applied but believe that you would qualify under the EU Settlement Scheme, the Home Office have confirmed that they will consider late applications. For further information please see https:// Many Thanks

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