HV/EHV Competency Authorising Officer - Contractor

Matchtech; Stirling; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Healthcare

Holiday allowance 24–26 days

Employee benefits programme

Job summary

Clancy is seeking a Contractor Competency Authorising Officer (CCAO) to join our Energy team for SSEN works ranging from 11kV to 132kV. The role focuses on assessing and certifying contractor competence with strict adherence to safety rules and documentation standards.

We value substantial UK distribution experience, familiarity with HV/EHV protocols, and qualifications. A full UK driving licence is required and there is a permanent, on-site opportunity with a competitive package.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals against defined competency criteria considering technical knowledge, experience and safety rules.
• Conduct structured assessments using interviews, scenarios and evidence review.
• Verify candidate evidence such as training records, authorisations, logbooks and experience records.
• Produce and sign a Contractor Competence Assurance Statement for each candidate.
• Maintain contractor competency matrices and role profiles with necessary reassessments.
• Operate independently from programme pressures to ensure fair competence decisions.
• Maintain clear communication with SSEN Authorising Officers, Operational Safety teams and Project Managers.

Skills

UK electricity distribution

HV/EHV protocols

Competence assessment

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

Electrical qualification

Job description

Clancy is seeking a Contractor Competency Authorising Officer (CCAO) to join our Energy team for SSEN works ranging from 11kV to 132kV. The role focuses on assessing and certifying contractor competence with strict adherence to safety rules and documentation standards.

We value substantial UK distribution experience, familiarity with HV/EHV protocols, and qualifications. A full UK driving licence is required and there is a permanent, on-site opportunity with a competitive package.