SAP (senior authorised person)

Distribution; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking a Senior Authorised Person to oversee and manage high‑voltage electrical operations across our infrastructure projects, ensuring safe control, operation and maintenance of distribution systems. This role demands a safety‑first mindset and deep technical expertise.

You will lead on-site teams, issue safety documents, and safely isolate electrical systems in line with safety rules and legislation. Travel to sites will be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as SAP on HV systems.
• HV SAP authorization up to 11kV/33kV or higher.
• Knowledge of EAWR and Electricity at Work Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as SAP for HV distribution up to 11kV/33kV or higher.
• Issue and cancel Safety Documents and Permits to Work.
• Prepare switching schedules, isolation procedures, and earthing ops.
• Oversee subcontractors and site teams on electrical work.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Respond to faults, lead switching to isolate and restore.
• Maintain logs, diaries, and electrical schematic drawings.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Safety mindset

Decision making

Strong communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

HNC/HND in Electrical

City & Guilds certifications

Job description

If you are looking to work for a growing business who truly value and care for their employees, then look no further! Job Summary Aureos Infrastructure Services Limited is seeking an experienced and highly competent Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to oversee and manage high-voltage (HV) electrical operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe control, operation, and maintenance of electrical distribution systems across our infrastructure projects. This role demands a safety-first mindset, deep technical expertise, and the authority to issue safety documents and safely isolate electrical systems in strict accordance with safety rules and legislation.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) up to 11kV/33kV (or higher, depending on project scope), taking responsibility for the safe operation of electrical distribution systems.
• Issue and cancel Safety Documents, including Permits to Work, Sanctions for Test, and Limitations of Access.
• Produce, review, and execute switching schedules, isolation procedures, and earthing operations.
• Oversee and manage subcontractors and site teams executing electrical installation, commissioning, and maintenance work.
• Perform risk assessments, develop Method Statements, and ensure all works comply with Company Safety Rules, Health & Safety legislation, and statutory requirements.
• Respond to system faults, lead switching operations to isolate faults, and coordinate emergency restoration activities.
• Maintain accurate operational logs, site diaries, and electrical schematic drawings.

Job Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) on High Voltage (HV) systems.
• Valid HV Senior Authorised Person authorization (typically up to 11kV, 33kV, or above).
• Relevant technical qualifications in Electrical Engineering (e.g., Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent city & guilds certifications).
• In-depth knowledge of High Voltage Safety Rules, Electricity at Work Regulations (EAWR), and general health and safety legislation.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage on-site teams and confidently enforce safety standards.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a calm approach when dealing with network emergencies.
• A valid UK driving license, as travel to any infrastructure sites will be required.

Whether you are looking for progression in your new role or for your forever job, we will happily welcome your application.

Equal Opportunities

Aureos are an equal opportunities employer, and we are determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.