Senior Authorised Person (SAP)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Relocation allowance (where applicable

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 Limited is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to oversee HV/EHV switching, isolation, and network activities on site. You will issue safety documentation and lead fault response, commissioning, maintenance and outage work to ensure safe, reliable network operation.

The role requires a current SAP, extensive HV experience, strong safety knowledge, and the ability to guide staff and contractors.

Qualifications

• Current Senior Authorised Person (SAP) certification.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and carry out HV/EHV switching operations, isolations, and network activities.
• Issue and manage safety documentation including Permits to Work and Sanctions for Test.
• Lead fault response, commissioning, maintenance, and outage activities.
• Supervise and provide technical guidance to operational staff and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments, approve switching schedules and maintain records.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Safety awareness

Education

Electrical engineering degree

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 continued expansion we 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

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 and respect, and are given the opportunity to reach their full potential.