Senior Authorised Person

7 days ago

Eastern England, United Kingdom ESP Utilities Group Ltd Full time

Senior Authorised Person/SAP

South/South East/Midlands


Reporting to the Head of Network Operations the SAP will have responsibilities for operational matters associated with the day to day running electricity networks along with a role to assure that EHV assets are constructed to appropriate standards . This will be achieved in conjunction other members of the senior management team who provide specialist knowledge.


This role is key to the adoption and operation of assets across residential and I&C networks. As we adopt more EHV networks familiarity and experience of these would be beneficial.


Role Purpose

Key objectives for this role are to manage and oversee construction of assets up to (min) 33kv ensuring that safety and operability are to the required standards to allow ESPUG to meet its licence conditions in the most effective way. Control and authorisation of electricity distribution networks is also a key objective ensuring that both ESPUG standards, Distribution Safety Rules and industry guidance are complied with.


As a senior member of the Network Operations management team this role will have input to the development and implementation of process, strategic decisions to ensure that effective commercial and regulatory outcomes are achieved, and business targets met.

Responsible for building close relationships with ESPUG’s portfolio of ICP partners, Contractors, Emergency Service and Maintenance Service Providers.


Ensure that processes and resource are put in place to respond to network incidents.

Represent ESPUG, or deputise for the Head of Network Operations, at industry forums, workshops, meetings etc. as and when required.


Key Responsibilities

Accountable for the quality and compliance of asset construction and network operations by:

  • Ensuring that Customers (UIPs/ICPs/SLPs etc) are safe, competent, accredited and regularly audited against ESP Policy & Procedures and industry guidance.
  • Regularly briefing Customers on changing industry requirements and ESP Policies and Procedures.
  • Engaging in regular technical and compliance discussions with Customers to support delivery of safe, compliant and efficient networks.
  • Managing inspection of assets under construction, pre and post commissioning (including any pre-construction activities as required) to ensure that safe, compliant and efficient networks are adopted by ESP.
  • Reporting on safety and technical non-conformances, compilation of information and managing targeted interventions (e.g. increased visits, Technical & Safety Bulletins to be issued).
  • Acting as Safety Controller under Distribution Safety Rules. Manage switching schedules.
  • Act as authorising officer for ESPE.
  • Delivering ESP asset maintenance programme (electric), and that Service Providers produce a safe, compliant and efficient service.
  • Assist Customers on design of, HV and LV networks necessary for the safe, efficient, and compliant design, construction, operation and maintenance in accordance with ESP’s standards, industry standards and legislation.
  • Delivering Fault Response activities through our service providers and ensuring maximum recovery of claims resulting from 3rd party damage to ESP assets.
  • Participating in a standby rota for network control


Key Skills

Senior Authorised Person with several years’ experience electricity on distribution/transmission. Authorised to manage safety switching of the electrical network.

Specific key skill requirements:

  • Excellent relationship management skills across the business and with customers, consumers and service providers.
  • Experience of working within a senior team.
  • Experience of delivery, installation, operation and maintenance and management electricity distribution networks (to 33kv beneficial to 132kV).
  • Understanding of fault detection and repair techniques.
  • Knowledge of the Regulatory and HSE Framework.
  • Knowledge of the philosophy and principles relating to the design electricity distribution networks including protection and SCADA.
  • Knowledge of the management of the planning, construction and operation of electricity networks. Knowledge of the selection and procurement of materials.
  • Knowledge of electricity industry Standards, Recommendations, Specifications and Legislation relevant to the construction and operation of electricity distribution networks.


Benefits include:

  • Holidays: 26 days, going up to 27 after 3 years and up to 28 after 5 years of employment. The company gives you the opportunity to buy/sell up to 3 days per year.
  • Bonus
  • Enhance Pension
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Rewards Portal: access to exclusive discounts and flexible benefits such as Cycle to Work and EV car Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
  • Enhanced Family Friendly benefits: Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and paid time off when receiving fertility treatment.
  • Volunteering day: one day a year fully paid.

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