Senior Authorised Person(66KV)

Job description

Role: Senior Authorised Person / Transmission Specialist
Responsible for HV system integration, operational supervision, and electrical safety across HV/MV/LV systems. Ensures safe operations, reviews RAMS and method statements, and supports Authorised Persons.

Key Responsibilities: Ensure compliance with country-specific electrical regulations; supervise and coordinate transmission activities; manage team rotas; improve operational and safety procedures; define and enforce electrical safety rules; oversee commissioning of substations and MV/HV/LV systems; manage switching activities and safety documentation; coordinate commissioning and stakeholder communication; review HV scope and method statements.

Key Tasks: Manage electrical safety compliance; plan and execute commissioning activities; coordinate with grid operators and attend meetings; perform outage management and network control; prepare and verify switching schedules and diagrams; conduct site inspections and audits; deliver training and mentor Authorised Persons.

Deliverables: Input to commissioning plans and documentation; participation in audits and FAT/SAT reporting; verification of switching programs; support resource planning; provide technical input to design.

Decision Authority: Authority over MV/HV switching and isolations; issue electrical safety documentation; manage permit office and operational staff.

Qualifications: Strong HV operations and commissioning experience; relevant electrical qualifications; minimum 3 years' experience with onshore substations; valid GWO and HUET certifications (if required).