Senior Authorised Person

Overview

Senior Authorised Person overseeing safe commissioning & energisation of HV/LV systems for an EfW plant.

Key Responsibilities

• isolation control
• switching schedules
• commissioning testing
• system energisation
• documentation
• safety compliance

Tasks

In this contract role, you will be responsible for the safe control, isolation, and energisation of electrical systems, ensuring all commissioning and testing activities are carried out in line with the site’s Electrical Safety Rules and relevant legislation. You’ll work closely with the, commissioning, and operations teams to facilitate the safe transition from build to operational readiness. -Act as Senior Authorised Person under the project’s Electrical Safety Rules, managing safe isolation, switching, and energisation of high- and low-voltage systems (up to 33kV). -Develop and verify switching schedules and ensure all switching operations are executed safely. -Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and test procedures related to electrical commissioning. -Support and oversee commissioning activities including HV/LV system testing, protection relay testing, and system integration. -Ensure all work complies with Electricity at Work Regulations, HSE guidance, and project safety rules. -Maintain accurate documentation of electrical isolations, test results, and energisation certificates. -Coordinate with EPC contractors, commissioning engineers, and client representatives to ensure safe system energisation and de-energisation. -Promote a strong safety culture within the commissioning and construction teams. -Support fault finding, troubleshooting, and defect resolution during system energisation. -Prepare, issue, and cancel Permits to Work, Limitation of Access, and Sanctions for Test in accordance with the commissioning plan.

Requirements

• hnc/hnd
• iosh
• 33kv
• sap
• scada
• efw

What You Bring

We are looking for an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to support the commissioning and energisation phase of a new Energy from Waste (EfW) facility. Right to work in the UK required -Time-served electrical engineer with relevant qualifications (HNC/HND or equivalent). -Strong understanding of commissioning workflows and phased energisation strategies. -Experience interfacing between EPC contractors, OEMs, and client teams. -Demonstrable experience in commissioning, testing, and energising HV/LV systems within power generation, utilities, or heavy industrial environments. -IOSH or NEBOSH safety qualification. -Strong interpersonal and communication skills for coordination with multi-disciplinary teams. -Current HV Switching and Authorisation Training (up to 33kV). -In-depth understanding of safe isolation procedures, electrical safety rules, and LOTO practices. -Previous authorisation as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) on 11kV and/or 33kV systems. -Proven ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, protection schemes, and commissioning drawings. -Experience supervising and mentoring Authorised or Competent Persons during testing and commissioning. -Knowledge of DCS/SCADA control systems and plant electrical integration. -Able to work under pressure and meet tight commissioning milestones. -Safety-focused and methodical. -Proactive problem-solver with a hands-on approach. -Previous experience on Energy from Waste, CCGT, CHP, or Biomass commissioning projects.

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Benefits

Outside IR35 - All in Daily Rate

About Vallum Associates

-High-quality recruitment at fair prices. -Placement of candidates in energy, utilities, renewables, insurance, tech, and commodities. -Operates across the UK, USA, Europe, Middle East, and APAC. -Builds dedicated teams for large-scale engineering and energy projects. -Forms long-term strategic partnerships, embedding consultants as extensions of client teams. -Combines recruitment with project consultancy, often assembling whole teams rather than filling single roles. -Assignments include senior insurance roles at Lloyd’s Market and specialist MEP/FP engineers on major builds.

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