Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

John Paul; Dublin; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Relocation allowance

Company laptop and phone

Pension

Life insurance and income protection

CPD

Bike to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Sports & Social Club

Job summary

John Paul Construction seeks a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to lead HV/EHV switching, safety documentation, and fault response across Ireland. The role demands significant HV experience, strong leadership, and willingness to travel to operational sites.

As a permanent employee you will receive a competitive salary, company vehicle or travel allowance, relocation assistance where applicable, a laptop and phone, pension, life insurance and income protection, CPD, and lifestyle benefits such as

Qualifications

• Electrical engineering qualification required (HNC/HND, degree, or equivalent).
• Significant experience operating and maintaining HV electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety rules and network operations.
• Experience in commissioning, maintenance, fault response, and outage management.
• Full driving licence and willingness to travel to sites.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out HV/EHV switching operations, isolations, and network activities in accordance with safety rules.
• Issue and manage safety documentation, including Permits to Work and Sanctions for Test.
• Lead fault response, commissioning, maintenance, and outage activities to support safe operation.
• Supervise and provide guidance to staff and contractors, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments, approve schedules and procedures, and maintain records.

Skills

HV switching

Safety leadership

Regulatory compliance

Project coordination

Documentation control

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

Job description

At John Paul Construction, we believe every project is an opportunity to improve on what’s come before. To foster that mindset, we hire the brightest and best in the industry, encourage collaboration, and embrace innovative thinking and new technology.

Due to continuedexpansionwe require a Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out HV/EHV switching operations, isolations, and network activities in accordance with company safety rules and operational procedures.

• Issue and manage safety documentation, including Permits to Work, Sanctions for Test, and Limitations of Access, ensuring safe working practices at all times.

• Lead fault response, commissioning, maintenance, and outage activities to support the safe and reliable operation of electrical networks.

• Supervise and provide technical guidance to operational staff and contractors, ensuring compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct risk assessments, approve switching schedules and operational procedures, and maintain accurate operational records and authorisation documentation.

• Current Senior Authorised Person (SAP) a

• Significant experience operating and maintaining HV electrical systems

• Strong understanding of electrical safety rules and network operations.

• Experience in commissioning, maintenance, fault response, and outage management.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

• Relevant electrical engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree, or equivalent).

• Full driving licence and willingness to travel to operational sites as required.

As a permanent employee of John Paul Construction, you will benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Company vehicle or travel allowance
• Relocation allowance (where applicable)
• Company laptop and phone
• Pension
• Life insurance and income protection
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Access to lifestyle benefits such as the Bike to Work scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Sports & Social Club, and more

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with dignity andrespect, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.