Senior Authorised Person - 66kv

Senior Authorised Person (66kV)

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP), authorised to 66kV or above, to support high‑voltage operations within a major offshore renewable energy environment. The role is suited to a seasoned HV professional with strong electrical safety knowledge and offshore wind experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure safe systems of work, including risk assessments, audits, and incident reporting.
• Perform SAP duties and coordinate with the Lead SAP regarding switching and authorisation activities.
• Prepare, review, and execute switching schedules.
• Provide isolations and safety documentation in line with relevant electrical safety rules.
• Support testing and commissioning of HV/LV systems and deliver supervision where required.
• Contribute to wider commissioning activities, maintaining high standards of safety and quality.

Requirements

• Full GWO certification: Sea Survival, First Aid, Manual Handling, Fire Awareness, Working at Heights.
• Valid offshore medical including Chester Step.
• HUET qualification.
• Strong understanding of WTSRs and Model Distribution Safety Rules.
• Experience with WTGs, TPs, IACs and OSS/OSP infrastructure.
• ONC/HNC in Electrical Engineering (preferred).
• Current SAP authorisation at 66kV+ (33kV SAPs with multi‑feed experience may also be considered).

Rotation

• Standard rotation: 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off, with potential variation to 3‑week cycles depending on project needs.