Lead 11kV HV SAP – Scotland EPC Project

Astute People

Scotland

On-site

GBP 92,000 - 111,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Job summary

Astute People are currently recruiting a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join the EPC Contractor on a new Energy from Waste Turbine project in Scotland. The SAP will oversee 11kV switching, issue safety documents, and manage HV commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and project milestones.

The role requires up-to-date SAP authorisation up to 11kV, strong leadership and stakeholder management, and a track record in the power industry.

Qualifications

  • SAP authorisation up to 11kV is required.
  • HV switching and protection knowledge essential.
  • Experience supervising HV commissioning and fault-finding.
  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC or equivalent).

Responsibilities

  • Act as SAP for 11kV systems under authorisation.
  • Carry out switching operations and issue safety documents.
  • Supervise HV commissioning, protection testing, cable terminations and energisation.
  • Coordinate with project managers, design engineers and client representatives.
  • Ensure compliance with regulations and internal HSEQ policies.
  • Maintain HV records and safety documentation.
  • Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff.
  • Lead fault-finding and diagnostics.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Stakeholder management
HV switching
Safety awareness

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering
HNC in Electrical Engineering
Equivalent electrical qualification

Job description

Astute People are currently recruiting a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to join the EPC Contractor on a new Energy from Waste Turbine project in Scotland. The SAP will oversee 11kV switching, issue safety documents, and manage HV commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and project milestones.

The role requires up-to-date SAP authorisation up to 11kV, strong leadership and stakeholder management, and a track record in the power industry.

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