Senior Authorised Person

Contract Recruitment Consultant - Specialised in Senior Authorised Persons (SAPs) in Wind, HVDC & T&D markets

132kV Senior Authorised Persons – Substations & New Connections - Long-Term Contracts - Outside IR35 - North of England - ASAP Start

Hunter Philips are working in partnership with one of the UK’s leading utility providers to source experienced 132kV Senior Authorised Persons to support long term substation and new connection projects across the North of England. Full 33kV SAPs will be considered for the opportunity.

• Take full responsibility for the safe control and operation of 132kV HV systems.
• Prepare, issue, and manage all HV safety documentation in line with DNO and client procedures.
• Carry out and oversee HV switching operations, liaising closely with the control room.
• Develop and implement switching schedules for planned works and outages.
• Lead and oversee new grid connection activities, ensuring safety from the system at all times.
• Supervise equipment upgrades, including the replacement and commissioning of 132kV switch gear and transformers.
• Produce and review RAMs for high risk activities.
• Maintain clear communication with engineering, commissioning, and control teams on site.

• Current or previous 132kV Senior Authorisation under a UK DNO or National Grid (Full 33kV SAPs to be considered).
• Proven experience carrying out HV switching on 132kV networks.
• Strong background in substations and/or new grid connections.
• Based in, or willing to travel across, the North of England.
• Full UK driving license.
• HNC in Electrical Engineering or the equivalent is desired but not essential.

• Monday to Friday (with optional weekend work available).
• Competitive all-inclusive day rate, outside IR35.
• Long term contracts with consistent future work.

To be considered, you must hold previous DNO authorisation up to 132kV. If this sounds of interest and you’re considering your next contract, please email  or message me directly to discuss further.

Seniority level:
Not Applicable

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:
Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution