Senior Authorised Person

Overview

Senior 11kV authorised person for HV substation operations in Northern England.

Key Responsibilities

• switching schedules
• grid connections
• hv operations
• equipment upgrades
• safety permits
• ram development

Tasks

-Prepare and implement switching schedules and ensure safe energisation/de-energisation processes. -Lead and oversee new grid connections ensuring Safety from the System at all times. -Safely manage all high-voltage operations and ensure compliance with safety procedures. -Conduct equipment upgrades including replacement of switchgear and transformers. -Prepare, issue, and manage safety documentation and permits in line with DNO and client standards. -Develop and review RAMs for high risk work activities. -Maintain clear and consistent communication with the control room and site teams. -Carry out HV switching operations on the 11kV network.

Requirements

• hv switching
• 11kv authorised
• substations
• new connections
• north england
• driving licence

What You Bring

We are working in partnership with one of the UK’s leading utilities who are seeking an experienced 11kV Senior Authorised Person to support ongoing substation and new connection projects across the North of England. 11kV Senior Authorised Persons – Substations & New Connections – Long Term Contracts – Outside IR35 – North of England – ASAP Start In order to be successful you must have previous authorisations under one of the DNOs. If you do and you are looking for a new opportunity then please email me at [email protected] or message me directly and we can discuss your next opportunity. -Demonstrable HV switching experience. -Authorised at 11kV under one of the UK DNOs. -Previous experience working on substations or new connection projects. -Based in or willing to work across the North of England -Full UK driving license

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Benefits

-Long term contracts with consistent pipeline of work. -Day rate, outside IR35 -Monday to Friday (occasional optional weekend work). -Immediate start available.

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