HV Contractor Competence Assessor

Matchtech; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clancy is seeking a Contractor Competency Authorising Officer (CCAO) to join its energy team in the UK. The permanent role focuses on ensuring contractor competence for SSEN 11kV–132kV works, with responsibilities spanning assessments, evidence verification and governance across safety rules and work permits.

Ideal candidates will have extensive UK electricity distribution experience, a recognised electrical qualification, and a history of operating in roles such as SAP or Authorising Officer,

Qualifications

• Significant experience working in UK electricity distribution networks.
• Strong understanding of Distribution Safety Rules, Permit to Work systems, and HV/EHV protocols.
• Experience as SAP, Authorising Officer, Electrical Safety Manager, or Commissioning Lead.
• Recognised electrical qualification in the industry.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• HV operational experience in distribution environments.

Responsibilities

• Assessing individuals against defined competency criteria including technical knowledge, experience and understanding of Distribution Safety Rules.
• Conducting structured assessments using interviews, scenario questioning and evidence review.
• Verifying candidate evidence such as training records, authorisations, logbooks and experience records.
• Producing and signing a Contractor Competence Assurance Statement for each candidate.
• Maintaining contractor competency matrices and role profiles with reassessments where necessary.
• Operating independently from programme and commercial pressures to ensure consistent and fair competence decisions.
• Maintaining strong communication and collaboration with SSEN Authorising Officers, Operational Safety teams, and Project & Delivery Managers.

Skills

UK electricity distribution networks

Distribution Safety Rules

HV/EHV operations

Senior SAP/Authorising Officer

Education

Electrical qualification or equivalent

Job description

Clancy is seeking a Contractor Competency Authorising Officer (CCAO) to join its energy team in the UK. The permanent role focuses on ensuring contractor competence for SSEN 11kV–132kV works, with responsibilities spanning assessments, evidence verification and governance across safety rules and work permits.

Ideal candidates will have extensive UK electricity distribution experience, a recognised electrical qualification, and a history of operating in roles such as SAP or Authorising Officer,