Senior Authorised Person - Electrical

Thomas Search; Amesbury; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Search is seeking a Senior Authorised Person to provide expert leadership across UK Defence Operations, ensuring Safe Systems of Work are robust, compliant and consistently applied. The role focuses on electrical safety and hazardous area operations, supporting APs at sites and driving continuous improvement.

The position requires strong experience in SAP roles, JSP 375 knowledge, audits, and Health & Safety leadership, with HV/LV certification and security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Significant experience operating in a SAP or electrical safety leadership role.
• Strong working knowledge of JSP 375 and Authorised / Responsible Person processes.
• Proven track record in leading Safe Systems of Work in high-Hazard environments.
• Experience supporting audits, inspections and compliance activities.

Responsibilities

• Leading and embedding Safe Systems of Work improvement programmes across UK Operations
• Developing and maintaining standards to support company Safe Systems of Work in line with JSP 375
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to Site APs, Facility Managers and Integrated Delivery Teams
• Supporting audits and assisting sites to close out actions and observations
• Managing and supporting succession planning, training and mentoring for current and prospective APs
• Acting as a key interface with Projects teams where SAP / AP input is required

Skills

Safety leadership

Electrical safety

Hazardous areas

Audits & compliance

Education

HNC / HND in Engineering or Technical discipline

Senior Authorised Person certification (HV/LV)

Job description

As a Senior Authorised Person, you will provide subject matter expertise and operational leadership across High-Hazard environments, ensuring Safe Systems of Work are robust, compliant and consistently applied. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational safety, supporting delivery teams and shaping technical standards across UK Defence Operations.

Day to day, you'll provide expert guidance on electrical safety and hazardous area operations, support Authorised Persons across sites, and lead continuous improvement of Safe Systems of Work to ensure safe, compliant and resilient operations.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and embedding Safe Systems of Work improvement programmes across UK Operations
• Developing and maintaining standards to support company Safe Systems of Work in line with JSP 375
• Providing technical leadership and guidance to Site APs, Facility Managers and Integrated Delivery Teams
• Supporting audits and assisting sites to close out actions and observations
• Managing and supporting succession planning, training and mentoring for current and prospective APs
• Acting as a key interface with Projects teams where SAP / AP input is required

Essential experience of the Senior Authorised Person

• Significant experience operating in a similar SAP or electrical safety leadership role
• Strong working knowledge of JSP 375 and Authorised / Responsible Person processes
• Proven experience managing Safe Systems of Work in high-Hazard environments
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice and resolve complex operational issues
• Experience supporting audits, inspections and compliance activities
• Proven track record in Health & Safety leadership and compliance

Essential qualifications for the Senior Authorised Person

• Current Senior Authorised Person certification in HV/LV Electrical Systems
• HNC / HND in an Engineering or Technical discipline or equivalent experience
• Eligibility to hold UK Security Clearance