Senior Authorised Person

Found in: Talent UK C2 - 2 weeks ago


Inverness, United Kingdom RES Full time

Job Purpose



RES provides High Voltage Operations and Maintenance (HV O&M) Services to renewable energy assets in the UK & Ireland. Due to increased demand from our clients, we are looking for an HV Senior Authorised Person to grow and improve this service.

The SAP is a site-based role performing Operation, Maintenance, installation and commissioning tasks on utility-scale solar/wind and battery storage sites and home/office working for other responsibilities. You will hold, or have recently held, SAP status.

You will be based near/travel to operational plants and have a full driving licence - you will be expected to cover sites across Scotland . This is a permanent role and will require availability for weekend and on-call duties, including overnight callouts. 

Accountabilities

Reporting to the HV Operations Manager, your responsibilities will include:  Always adhere to health and safety requirements and help to maintain and improve safety standards Achieve and maintain Senior Authorised Person status. Become conversant and make sure that all works are undertaken observing the RES Electrical & Mechanical Safety Rules and Safety Rule Instructions, this will include:Prepare, issue and cancel safety documentsPerform switching, isolation and earthing tasksAct as Control EngineerPrepare switching schedulesManage the interface between system boundaries with site and DNOdProduce and review method statements and risk assessmentsProduce maintenance plans for HV equipmentMaintain the asset registerManage and/or deliver planned and unplanned maintenance activities on electrical equipmentProduce final reports Perform basic protection testing on HV related equipment. Complex protection relay testing is desirable. Undertake troubleshooting and fault-finding on RES controlled plant/equipment. Manage inductions for sub-contractors and deliver Competent Person Training. Induct and manage in-house staff and sub-contractors, ensure their safe working, and undertake quality checks on their work. Keep in close communication with the O&M office Collaborate with external stakeholders such as DNO and asset owner React to emergencies, site outages and changing circumstances Occasionally work away from home for training courses or to cover RES controlled sites in other geographical areas where required. Other responsibilities determined by the role

Knowledge
Essential: 

HV Safe Systems of Work Knowledge of the key legislation underpinning UK high voltage electrical asset operation and maintenance Detailed knowledge of UK industry HV electrical safety rules Detailed knowledge of HV equipment HV maintenance practices including HSG230

Desirable:

Knowledge of solar farm assets Earthing system installation and test. Protection system installation and test.

Skills
Essential:

Strong approach to safe working practices Operate and maintain various types of HV plant/equipment. Excellent communication skills Good people skills Coordinate multiple activities whilst ensuring safety and quality are maintained Identify problems, conduct analysis and develop solutions

Desirable:

Use equipment for testing and fault finding on HV plant/equipment

Experience
Essential:

SAP Experience Operation and maintenance of HV Equipment Experience in fault finding on HV plant and equipment. Commissioning HV plant and equipment. Basic HV protection testing

Desirable:

SAP Experience at 33kV for DNO's and renewables Complex Protection relay testing and commissioning.

Qualifications
Essential:

Full UK driving licence Previously held SAP authorisation under high voltage electrical safety rules Electrical Engineering HND or equivalent industry experience IOSH Managing Safely or CITB SMSTS or equivalent

Desirable:

Hold or previously held SAP authorisations under DNO Safety Rules
  • Personal Assistant

    2 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Global Highland Full time

    Global Highland are working with a respected client who have an exciting opportunity for self-motivated Personal Assistant to join their team on a full time, permanent basis, based in Inverness. As Personal Assistant you will provide secretarial support to members of the Senior Management Team to ensure efficient operation of the office. The Role - Provide...

  • Customer Service

    6 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Royal Bank of Scotland Full time

    Our people work differently depending on their jobs and needs. From hybrid working to flexible hours, we have plenty of options that help our people to thrive. This role is based in the United Kingdom and as such all normal working days must be carried out in the United Kingdom. Join us as a Customer Service - Senior Personal Banker in Inverness - You’ll...

  • Labourer

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom MGS Civil Engineering Ltd Full time

    Experienced labourer required for immediate start on groundworks project. We are expecting +/- 3 month's work Working on a self-employed CIS basis. Must have: - Experience in labouring on a groundworks project - Green CSCS labourer certification No digs provided. We are not an agency. Pay: £18.00 per hour Expected hours: 55 - 60 per...

  • General Assistant

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Dunhallin House Full time

    **Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract Part-time hours: 12 per week **Salary**: £12.00 per hour **Benefits**: - Casual dress - Company pension - Flexitime - On-site parking Flexible Language Requirement: - English not required Schedule: - Flexitime Supplemental pay types: - Loyalty bonus - Tips Ability to commute/relocate: -...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom MGS Civil Engineering Ltd Full time

    We are expecting at least a year's work on this project. Doing around 9 hours per day, 6 days. Working on a self-employed CIS basis. Must have: - Experience in groundworks - hand-digging and kerbing - CSCS certification - CPCS/NPORS dumper certification No digs. **Salary**: £18.00 per hour Schedule: - 10 hour shift COVID-19 considerations: Full...

  • Dumper Driver

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom MGS Civil Engineering Ltd Full time

    Forward tipping dumper drivers required for immediate start in Inverness. We are expecting approximately another 3 month's work on this project. Monday - Friday 8am - 7.30pm, occasional Saturdays required 8am - 1pm. Working on a self-employed CIS basis. Must have: - Experience on a dumper - Either CPCS or NPORS certification for f/t dumper - Full...

  • Senior Carer

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Residential Care Home Inverness Full time

    We are looking for Senior Carer for a full time role of 37.5 hours per week. Preferably completed SVQ3 or working towards this. Training can be provided. **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time **Salary**: £13.10 per hour **Benefits**: - Company pension - On-site parking Flexible Language Requirement: - English not required Schedule: - Day shift -...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Crowe Watson Recruitment Full time

    In this role, you will contribute significantly to the business services team, delivering comprehensive accounting and financial advice to a diverse client portfolio. You will be instrumental in handling complex accounting tasks, enhancing client satisfaction, and driving business success. We provide an environment conducive to professional growth and skill...

  • Senior Carer

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Residential Care Home Inverness Full time

    We are looking for Senior Carer for a full time role of 37.5 hours per week. Preferably completed SVQ3 or working towards this. Training can be provided. **Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time **Salary**: £13.10 per hour Expected hours: 37.5 per week **Benefits**: - Company pension - On-site parking Flexible Language Requirement: - English not...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Brook Street Full time

    Our client is searching for a proactive, commercially minded person to join their friendly team as an Accounts and Tax Senior, providing tailored, high standard accounting services to a wide variety of clients across the Highlands. With an experience-basedsalary and bonus scheme and great opportunities for career progression, this role would suit an...

  • Receptionist

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Castle View Personnel Full time

    Our client is looking to appoint a Receptionist on a full time, permanent basis to be based in Inverness. This is a full time role, Monday - Friday. Summary: This is a key role within the business as first point of contact for all customers and additional contacts, requiring a polite and professional manner and the ability to communicate effectively by...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Centred (Scotland) Full time

    **The Recovery Centre** Health and Social Care Administrator **Location**:The Recovery Centre, Muirfield Lane, Inverness, IV2 4AX **Reports to**:Recovery Centre Team Manager / Operations Managers **Salary**:£21,002.80 - £22,022 (pro rata) per annum **Hours**:9.30am - 2.30pm Monday to Friday. **Background** Centred is a progressive third sector...

  • Legal Secretary

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Castle View Personnel Full time

    Our client is looking to appoint an experienced legal secretary to join their team in Inverness. The successful applicant will undertake a busy and varied workload, working within a highly supportive team environment. Providing comprehensive secretarial support to Partners and Solicitors, specific duties include: - Dealing with client enquiries face to face...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Clockwork Removals & Storage Full time

    Clockwork Removals and Storage are looking for an experienced Branch Administrator to join our Inverness Branch. The ideal applicant will possess a polite and friendly manner, they will come across approachable and maintain a positive attitude, whilst also possessing the ability to remain calm and show resilience when faced with challenging situations. Our...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom A.S.A Recruitment Ltd Full time

    ASA Recruitment are working with a large public sector client and are currently looking for an Environmental Health Officer on a temporary basis ASAP until November 2023. The position is based in the Lochaber area and has standard working hours of 9am-5pm Monday to Friday however flexible working is required. The purpose of the role is to be responsible for...

  • Housekeeper

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Bazpackers Full time

    As a part-time Housekeeper at Bazpackers Hostel, you will ensure a high standard of cleanliness throughout the hostel. Starting date: As soon as possible Wage: £12/ hour Responsibilities and duties (without being limited to): - Stripping and making beds - Vacuuming, dusting, mopping - Cleaning/deep cleaning rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, living room, and...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Castle View Personnel Full time

    Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Administrator, initially on a temporary basis for approximately 2-3 months and with the possibility of longer term/permanent employment thereafter. Hybrid work is available with the requirement to be office based in Inverness for approx. 1-2 days per week. This is a full time role, Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm...

  • Marketing Assistant

    5 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Castle View Personnel Full time

    Our client is looking to appoint a Marketing Assistant on a part time basis for approximately 20-25 hours per week. The pattern of working hours is flexible to suit (Monday - Friday). This role may suit an experienced Marketing Assistant or an individual with a marketing related qualification, looking to kickstart a career in a marketing environment. Duties...

  • Accounts Assistant

    2 days ago


    Inverness, United Kingdom Park's Motor Group Full time

    **Location: Ford Inverness**: We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our team. The main purpose of the role is to assist the dealership accountant with the preparation and analysis of key financial information for a number of motor dealerships in our group. **Key Responsibilities include**: ✔ Complete the cashing up and banking on a daily basis...


  • Inverness, United Kingdom Securitay Limited Full time

    Join our team at Securitay Limited and be a crucial part of ensuring safety and security in the Inverness/Elgin area of Scotland. We are currently looking to hire Night Mobile Patrol Officers. What We Offer; - Company vehicle. - Uniform and PPE. - Comprehensive training. - Chance to make a difference. - Cycle to work scheme. - Pension scheme. - Flexible...