Senior SAP Electrical Engineer – HV/LV Power Systems

DP World; Southampton; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World Southampton is seeking an experienced SAP Electrical Engineer to maintain and develop the high-voltage electrical infrastructure powering the port. You will lead SAP activities to ensure safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of the HV/LV network.

You will manage projects, supervise contractors, and drive maintenance strategies while coordinating with SCADA, BMS and metering systems to monitor assets and energy use during planned shutdowns and emergencies.

Qualifications

• HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience operating, maintaining and developing HV (>11kV) and LV electrical infrastructure.
• Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience or capability to undertake SAP responsibilities.
• Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, substations, protection systems and power networks.
• Experience managing electrical engineering projects and contractors.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Experience using SCADA, BMS and electrical monitoring systems.
• Excellent communication, planning and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to support planned shutdowns and emergency call-outs when required

Responsibilities

• Act as the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for Southampton Port, ensuring compliance with electrical safety procedures and statutory requirements.
• Maintain the availability and reliability of the port's electrical distribution network.
• Lead electrical switching operations and provide technical support during planned maintenance and emergency outages.
• Manage electrical infrastructure projects from design through construction and commissioning.
• Oversee contractors, consultants and specialist engineering suppliers.
• Develop maintenance strategies that maximise network reliability while minimising operational disruption.
• Ensure SCADA, BMS and metering systems effectively monitor electrical assets and energy consumption.
• Drive compliance with DP World's Electrical Safe System of Work and relevant industry regulations.
• Support the development and assessment of authorised electrical personnel.
• Contribute to future infrastructure upgrades that support the continued growth of Southampton Port.

Skills

HV & LV electrical infrastructure

SAP experience

Electrical distribution systems

SCADA, BMS, metering experience

Project management & contractor Overs

Electrical safety knowledge

Stakeholder management

Planned shutdown & emergency response

Education

HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SCADA

BMS

Metering systems

Job description

DP World Southampton is seeking an experienced SAP Electrical Engineer to maintain and develop the high-voltage electrical infrastructure powering the port. You will lead SAP activities to ensure safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of the HV/LV network.

You will manage projects, supervise contractors, and drive maintenance strategies while coordinating with SCADA, BMS and metering systems to monitor assets and energy use during planned shutdowns and emergencies.