Senior Authorised Person

3 days ago


Stockport, United Kingdom OCU Full time

Integrum Power Engineering Part of the OCU Group is an electrical engineering design & build contractor and ICP specialising in high voltage power transmission & distribution projects. Our industry sectors include utilities renewable energy rail and private networks. We offer engineering services across the full project lifecycle from feasibility studies and design through to installation commissioning and asset management.

About the job

As a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) you will hold a critical role in ensuring the safe operation and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems within the organisation. You will be responsible for overseeing the planning coordination and execution of electrical switching operations as well as providing technical expertise and guidance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities:

Electrical Safety Management:

  • Assume the role of Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for high voltage electrical systems ensuring compliance with safety regulations codes of practice and company procedures.
  • Conduct risk assessments and method statements for electrical switching operations identifying hazards implementing controls and mitigating risks to ensure the safety of personnel and equipment.

Switching Operations:

  • Plan coordinate and execute electrical switching operations for high voltage equipment including isolation earthing and reenergization in accordance with approved procedures and permits.
  • Perform switching operations using appropriate safety protocols and equipment ensuring adherence to safety clearances lockout/tagout procedures and electrical safety rules.

Technical Expertise:

  • Provide technical expertise and guidance on high voltage electrical systems equipment and protective devices ensuring their proper operation maintenance and reliability.
  • Conduct inspections tests and maintenance activities on high voltage equipment identifying defects anomalies and deficiencies and recommending corrective actions as necessary.

Training and Development:

  • Provide training and competency assessment for personnel involved in electrical switching operations ensuring they have the necessary knowledge skills and qualifications to perform their duties safely and effectively.
  • Mentor and coach junior SAPs and electrical technicians sharing knowledge and best practices to support their professional development and enhance team capabilities.

Documentation and Reporting:

  • Maintain accurate records of electrical switching operations including switching schedules permits logbooks and incident reports in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Prepare reports presentations and documentation related to electrical safety performance incidents and compliance for management review and regulatory reporting purposes.

Emergency Response:

  • Participate in emergency response and contingency planning for high voltage electrical incidents providing technical support and guidance to mitigate risks and ensure timely resolution of issues.
  • Respond promptly to electrical emergencies such as faults outages and equipment failures implementing appropriate measures to restore electrical supply and minimize disruption to operations.


What you will need to be successful:

  • Qualified Senior Authorised Person (SAP) with extensive experience in high voltage electrical systems operation and maintenance.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical safety regulations standards and best practices with a focus on high voltage switching operations and electrical safety rules.
  • Proven experience in planning coordinating and executing electrical switching operations for high voltage equipment including substations switchgear and transformers.
  • Technical expertise in high voltage electrical systems equipment and protective devices with the ability to troubleshoot electrical faults and anomalies and implement corrective actions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels and convey technical information clearly and concisely.
  • Strong leadership and decisionmaking skills with the ability to lead teams manage priorities and make sound judgments in highpressure situations.
  • Relevant qualifications in electrical engineering or a related field with additional certifications such as HV Authorised Person (HVAP) HV Switching Operations or HV Safety Rules is essential.
  • Previous experience in a senior role within the utilities energy or industrial sector is highly desirable.

Company Information

Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful.

We are OCU One Company United.

As an equal opportunities employer we are committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and do not condone discrimination on the basis of age disability sex sexual orientation pregnancy and maternity race or ethnicity religion or belief gender identity or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us.



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