Senior Authorised Person - 33kv

Global Commissioning; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Global is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) with 33kV authority to join our European electrical team. You will lead HV switching, isolation, energisation and safety documentation across major mission-critical projects, collaborating with commissioning managers and client teams.

You will mentor APs and other electrical personnel, ensure adherence to Electrical Safety Rules, Safe Systems of Work and project procedures, and travel across Europe as required.

Qualifications

• Current or previous SAP authorization at 33kV.
• Hands-on experience carrying 33kV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation.
• Strong knowledge of HV distribution and electrical safety procedures.
• Experience issuing and controlling HV safety documentation and PTW systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the SAP for HV systems up to 33kV.
• Plan and execute HV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation.
• Manage Safe System of Work (SSoW) on site.
• Issue and control Permits-to-Work and related safety documentation.
• Ensure safe isolation and verify dead before work begins.
• Coordinate LOTO procedures and safety documentation.
• Mentor APs and other electrical personnel on active projects.
• Review switching schedules and commissioning procedures.
• Inspect HV systems prior to energisation and support energisation activities.
• Coordinate with Commissioning Managers, engineers and client teams.

Skills

SAP 33kV

HV switching

SSoW mgmt

PTW systems

LOTO

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

Electrical apprenticeship, HNC/HND, Electrical Eng. qual.

Job description

About AEP Global

AEP Global provides independent electrical engineering, verification and assurance services that help clients manage risk, maintain compliance and achieve operational readiness across complex mission-critical environments.

From early design review through construction, testing, energisation and handover, AEP brings specialist knowledge to every stage of the project lifecycle.

Our expertise includes High Voltage services, electrical commissioning, Authorised Person provision, Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), permit management, electrical inspection, testing and operational safety.

AEP Global is part of the GCV Group of Companies.

The Opportunity

AEP Global is looking for an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) with 33kV authorisation to join our growing electrical team and support major mission-critical and data centre projects across Europe.

This is a senior electrical safety position with responsibility for the safe control, switching, isolation, energisation and operation of HV electrical systems up to 33kV.

Working alongside Commissioning Managers, Electrical Engineers, Authorised Persons, contractors, vendors and client teams, you will take a lead role in ensuring all HV activities are undertaken safely and in accordance with the relevant Electrical Safety Rules, Safe Systems of Work and approved project procedures.

Due to the location and mobility requirements of our European projects, candidates must hold a valid EU passport providing the appropriate right to work across the EU.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for HV electrical systems up to and including 33kV
• Planning, organising and executing HV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation activities
• Controlling and administering the site's electrical Safe System of Work (SSoW)
• Preparing, issuing, receiving, suspending and cancelling electrical safety documentation, including Permits-to-Work and Sanctions for Test, as applicable
• Ensuring safe isolation and proving dead prior to work commencing
• Managing and coordinating LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) procedures
• Ensuring all personnel comply with Electrical Safety Rules and site-specific safety procedures
• Overseeing, mentoring and coordinating Authorised Persons (APs) and other competent electrical personnel
• Reviewing switching schedules, RAMS, commissioning procedures and electrical documentation
• Inspecting HV electrical systems and equipment prior to energisation
• Supporting the safe energisation and commissioning of HV distribution systems
• Coordinating activities with Commissioning Managers, engineers, contractors, OEMs and client representatives
• Supporting fault finding and technical resolution during commissioning and energisation
• Managing interfaces between construction, commissioning and operational electrical teams
• Supporting and overseeing planned preventative maintenance activities where required
• Maintaining accurate records of permits, switching activities, isolations, safety documentation and electrical events
• Leading or supporting investigations relating to electrical incidents, near misses and safety events
• Maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and electrical compliance throughout project delivery
• Representing AEP Global professionally during client meetings and site coordination activities

Essential Requirements

• Current or previous Senior Authorised Person (SAP) authorisation at 33kV
• Demonstrable hands-on experience carrying out 33kV switching, isolation, earthing and energisation
• Strong practical knowledge of HV distribution systems and electrical safety procedures
• Proven experience managing and operating Safe Systems of Work (SSoW)
• Experience issuing and controlling HV electrical safety documentation and Permit-to-Work systems
• Strong understanding of LOTO and safe isolation procedures
• Experience working with HV switchgear, transformers and associated electrical distribution equipment
• Experience with Ring Main Units (RMUs)
• Recognised electrical apprenticeship, HNC/HND, Electrical Engineering qualification or equivalent technical training
• Appropriate electrical/site safety certification such as ECS/CSCS, CCNSG or equivalent
• Strong health and safety knowledge
• Strong leadership skills with experience overseeing APs, contractors and electrical teams
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Ability to identify electrical faults and make safe, informed decisions in high-pressure environments
• Ability to successfully complete an AEP technical SAP assessment/interview
• Valid EU passport – essential for deployment across AEP’s European projects
• Willingness to travel and work across European project locations and rotations

Desirable Experience

• Previous data centre or mission-critical infrastructure experience
• Experience supporting commissioning activities from construction completion through energisation and operational readiness
• Experience working within live or partially energised critical environments
• Experience with Gas Insulated Switchgear (GIS), including operation, switching, isolation and maintenance
• Experience with OEM equipment from manufacturers such as Siemens Energy, Hitachi Energy and ABB
• Experience managing multiple APs and competent persons within an HV environment
• Electrical Inspection & Testing qualification such as 2391 or equivalent
• SMSTS, IOSH or NEBOSH safety qualification
• Experience working on European projects and within multinational project teams

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a technically strong, confident and safety-focused 33kV Senior Authorised Person who understands the responsibility that comes with controlling HV electrical systems in a mission-critical environment.

You will be comfortable taking ownership of electrical safety, leading switching and energisation activities, managing Authorised Persons and challenging unsafe working practices where required.

You’ll also need to be confident representing AEP Global in front of clients, contractors, commissioning teams and OEMs while maintaining a structured and professional approach to electrical safety.

Why Join AEP Global?

You’ll have the opportunity to work on major mission-critical and data centre projects across Europe while developing your career within a specialist electrical engineering business.

AEP Global actively supports continued professional development through training, mentoring, CPD and formal authorisation development, providing opportunities for experienced electrical professionals to continue developing their technical and leadership capabilities.

As part of the GCV Group, you’ll also be joining a wider group of specialist businesses supporting complex engineering and mission-critical projects internationally.

AEP Global | Part of GCV Group

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