Senior Authorised Person

AEP Global Ltd; Town of Belgium (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solutions provider is seeking a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to ensure safety in high-voltage areas and oversee the work of Authorised Persons. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering safe and efficient services, exceptional leadership skills, and a thorough understanding of distribution safety rules. This role is pivotal in managing on-site teams and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while emphasizing productivity and client interaction. A robust background as a SAP is essential.

Qualifications

• Authorised as SAP able to work on 33kV.
• Experience of delivering efficient services to customers.
• Ability to demonstrate a pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Previous experience as a Senior Authorised Person.

Responsibilities

• Organise and execute HV switching and isolation.
• Supervise and coordinate on-site teams to meet project standards.
• Ensure all personnel comply with Safe Systems of Work.
• Complete project documentation and reports accurately.
• Liaise with client managers and participate in project meetings.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of Distribution Safety rules

Excellent H&S Knowledge and Standards

Ability to prioritise works

Excellent leadership skills

Highly organised with the ability to manage time effectively

Education

HNC or equivalent apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Authorised Person to join AEP Global on our Clients site in Belgium

AEP Global provides Solutions Services to numerous industries: Nuclear, Data Centre's, Oil & Gas, Renewables.

Overall Role Objective

Represent AEP Global and our client as Senior Authorised Person (SAP) as SAP you must be a professional who will be responsible for the safety of yourself and others in HV areas; the Senior Authorised Person must take steps to ensure HV equipment is safely isolated and safe to work on and is ultimately responsible as a senior figure for overseeing the work of Authorised Persons and the SSOW onsite.

Responsibilities

• Organise and execute HV switching, isolation, earthing, and issue of safety documentation for customer HV networks up to 33kV
• Ensure, so far as is reasonable and practicable, that all personnel observe and comply with relevant Safe Systems of Work
• Evaluate, review, appoint and maintain a register of skilled/competent persons (including records of training and areas of responsibilities)
• Ability to carry out Investigations with respect to near misses, incidents and accidents
• Supervise and coordinate on-site teams and sub-contractors, ensuring they complete tasks on time and safely to required standards
• Allocate work and ensure completion in accordance with the project schedule and Cx Plan
• Adhere to all Statutory Standards and Regulations
• Assist teams with resolving matters arising
• Maintain effective health and safety systems, including completion of risk assessments, method statements, tool box talks, etc.
• Complete project documentation and reports accurately and concisely
• Identify corrective actions and implementation of countermeasures to maximise productivity
• Liaise with client managers daily and have a voice in project meetings

Required:

• Authorised as SAP able to work on 33kV
• Experience of delivering efficient and effective services to customers whether on site or at a planning stage from an office environment.
• Excellent knowledge of Distribution Safety rules and their application.
• Excellent H&S Knowledge and Standards
• Safe Pass - CCNSG/CSCS or equivalent
• The ability to demonstrate a pragmatic and 'common sense' approach to problem solving
• The ability to prioritise works, accommodate conflicting requests, whilst ensuring the day to day functionality of the project
• Ability to identify in project accurately and quickly when under pressure
• Excellent leadership skills with proven experience of managing a team
• Experience of working within "time critical" production environments
• Highly organised with the ability to manage time effectively
• EU Passport Holder / EU Resident Visa / EU Work Permit or EU CITIZEN
• Confident at running meetings and leading teams
• Previous experience as a Senior Authorised Person.

Beneficial:

• Experience of meeting planned project deadlines
• Highly organised with the ability to manage time effectively
• Good IT skills
• Recognised Safety Training such as CITB/IOSH/NEEBSOH
• 5 years experience as a SAP
• Technically qualified with a HNC or equivalent apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering
• Experience with HV RMUs