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Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) to support commissioning and operational readiness activities across offshore substations (OSS) within a major offshore wind development. The role will ensure safe electrical operations, adherence to electrical safety rules, and oversight of HV/LV switching activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the design phase to ensure operational needs are fully considered.
• Participate in SAT/SIT activities to gain familiarity with electrical systems prior to energisation.
• Assist in developing and implementing project-specific Electrical Safety Rules (ESR).
• Carry out HV and LV switching operations and manage associated safety documentation.
• Plan and prepare electrical work under the direction of the Lead SAP.
• Coordinate with Authorised Persons (APs) and other SAPs to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Monitor electrical activities, perform safety checks, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Review work requests, RAMS, and electrical risk assessments.
• Respond to abnormal conditions and initiate emergency procedures as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of switching operations, permits, isolations, and handovers.
• Conduct training sessions for Persons and Competent Persons as required.
• Support commissioning, energisation, and operation of electrical systems.
• Collaborate with contractors and interface teams to coordinate electrical activities.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and safety walkdowns when required.

 

Key Deliverables:

• Creation of operational processes and procedures.
• Management of HV safety from the system perspective.
• Safe operation of offshore wind power assets.
• Oversight of safe working environments and first energisations.
• Preparation of handover and operational documentation.
• Support implementation of software-based systems (PtW, LOTO, etc.).
• Input to electrical safety rules and compliance processes.

 

Candidate Profile:

• Extensive experience in high-voltage commissioning and operations, with previous authorisation at 230kV/66kV.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety rules, switching operations, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience preparing and managing safety documentation and switching schedules.
• Fluent in English with strong communication and leadership skills.
• Proactive, safety-focused, and able to work effectively within a multidisciplinary offshore team.

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