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Astute's Power Team are currently recruiting for a Electrical Senior Authorised Person to join the EPC Contractor on their new build Waste to Energy facility based in Chester, Cheshire on an 8 months contract initially.
The day rate for the Electrical SAP position are from 500.00 to 600.00 per day outside of IR35.
Role responsibilities and key skills for the role:
- Act as the SAP for 11kV systems under company and DNO/IDNO authorisation. If the candidate is authorised up to 33kv, this will be beneficial.
- Carry out switching operations, issue safety documents (PTW, SFT, LOA), and ensure all HV works are executed safely.
- Supervise and coordinate HV commissioning activities, including protection testing, cable terminations, and system energisation.
- Liaise with project managers, design engineers, and client representatives to ensure HV milestones are achieved.
- Ensure all work is carried out in line with statutory regulations, industry standards, and internal HSEQ policies.
- Maintain up-to-date HV records, test results, and safety documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and site operatives.
- Lead fault-finding and diagnostics where required
- Current and valid SAP authorisation up to 11kV (from a DNO, IDNO, or reputable private network). 33kv authorisation is a desirable.
- Demonstrable experience managing high-voltage works on large-scale infrastructure or industrial process plants.
- In-depth understanding of electrical safety rules, switching schedules, and permit systems.
- Competent in HV protection schemes, cable systems, and commissioning protocols.
- Ideally have worked for the EPC Contractor within the Power Industry
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Relevant electrical qualifications (e.g., NVQ Level 3, HNC, or equivalent in Electrical Engineering).
Location, day rate and timeframe of the Senior Authorised Persons (11KV) position:
- Chester, Cheshire.
- 500.00 to 600.00 per day outside IR35
- Immediate start date
- 8 months
Astute People are acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Astute is also committed to the government's Disability Confident Employer initiative. We endeavour to get back to everyone, however, if you have not heard anything after 7 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
