Senior Authorised Person – HV Electrical Lead

John Paul Construction; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Relocation allowance

Company laptop and phone

Pension

Life insurance

CPD

Bike to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

John Paul Construction is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) in Dublin to oversee HV/EHV switching, isolation activities, and critical network operations. You will lead fault responses and outages while ensuring strict safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across sites.

Ideal candidates hold a current SAP, extensive HV experience, and a relevant electrical engineering qualification. The role includes travel to operational sites and a company vehicle or travel allowance.

Qualifications

• Current Senior Authorised Person (SAP) status.
• Significant experience with HV electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety rules and network operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and carry out HV/EHV switching operations and isolations.
• Issue and manage safety documentation (Permits to Work, Sanctions for Test, LOA).
• Lead fault response, commissioning, maintenance and outage activities.
• Supervise and guide operational staff and contractors with safety and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments and maintain accurate records and authorisation docs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Electrical safety

Willingness to travel

Education

Electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree)

Job description

John Paul Construction is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) in Dublin to oversee HV/EHV switching, isolation activities, and critical network operations. You will lead fault responses and outages while ensuring strict safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across sites.

Ideal candidates hold a current SAP, extensive HV experience, and a relevant electrical engineering qualification. The role includes travel to operational sites and a company vehicle or travel allowance.