Senior Authorised Person; SAP

Position: Senior Authorised Person (SAP)
Location: Chittening

Senior Authorised Person (SAP) - Scottish Power Authorised

Location:

Scotland - Travel Around Multiple Sites Salary - Upto £70,000 DOE  Van, Fuel card, Laptop, Phone

Role Overview We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to oversee and manage electrical operations across LV/HV distribution networks and substations. This is a key operational role responsible for the safe planning, coordination, isolation, and execution of electrical works in line with industry safety standards and operational procedures. The successful candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and experience operating within live network environments across contestable and non-contestable projects.

Key Responsibilities As a Senior Authorised Person, you will be responsible for:
Acting as SAP under applicable safety rules and operational procedures Preparing, issuing, and cancelling:
Permits-to-Work Sanctions-for-Test Limitations-of-Access Carrying out HV/LV switching, isolation, earthing, and restoration activities Planning and coordinating outages with operational and control teams Ensuring all works are completed safely and in accordance with Approved Written Procedures (AWPs) Supervising site teams, contractors, jointers, fitters, and subcontractors Conducting toolbox talks, site audits, risk assessments, and method statement reviews Supporting commissioning, testing, and energisation activities Liaising with clients, project managers, ICPs, and DNO representatives Maintaining accurate operational and safety documentation Participating in standby and emergency response duties where required Essential Requirements To be considered for this role, candidates should have:
Current SAP authorisation Proven operational experience on electrical distribution infrastructure Strong understanding of LV/HV network operations and safety compliance Experience managing HV switching and isolation activities Experience working on substations and distribution networks Excellent understanding of operational procedures and safe systems of work Ability to read and interpret network schematics and operational diagrams Full UK driving licence Strong communication, leadership, and organisational skills

Desirable Experience & Certifications The following would be advantageous:
Authorisations up to 33kV or higher

Experience with primary substations and switching stations NERS / ICP project experience Operational planning and outage management experience IOSH or NEBOSH qualification EUSR SHEA Power certification First Aid and Emergency Response training Experience mentoring junior APs and SAPs Qualifications Typical qualifications may include: HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering or Power Engineering City & Guilds Electrical qualifications DNO operational authorisations HV switching and operational training Safety Rules training and competency assessments Key Skills & Attributes We are looking for someone who demonstrates:
Strong leadership and decision-making ability Excellent safety awareness and operational discipline A calm and methodical approach under pressure High attention to detail and procedural compliance Strong planning and coordination skills Ability to manage multiple operational activities simultaneously Typical Authorisations Candidates should ideally hold some or all of the following:
Senior Authorised Person (SAP) HV Switching & Isolation Permit-to-Work Issuer Sanction-for-Test Issuer Substation Access & Switching Operational Switching up to 11kV / 33kV / 132kV Control Person / Switching Coordinator (desirable) Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing and professional team delivering critical electrical infrastructure works across LV and HV networks. You will play a vital role in maintaining safe operations while supporting the successful delivery of major utility and infrastructure projects.

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