Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – Electrical

Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – Electrical

  • Contract
  • Wales
    Location: Wales
    Sector: Nuclear
    Job type: Contract
    Salary: £50 - £55 per hour + Outside IR35
    Contact: Oliver Markham 
    Contact email: Oliver.markham@highfieldps.co.uk
    Contact phone: 07441390395
    Job ref: BBBH26201_1777366286
    Published:
    Duration:
    Expiry Date: 2026-May-12
    Startdate: ASAP

    Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – Electrical

    North Wales | 12-Month Contract | Outside IR35 | Site-Based
    We are seeking a Senior Authorised Person (Electrical) to support a nuclear decommissioning site in North Wales. This is a 12-month, site-based contract role, requiring eligibility for BPSS clearance. Previous nuclear or decommissioning experience is desirable.


    Role Overview

    Act as the duty holder for electrical safety, ensuring the safe operation, isolation, and control of HV and LV systems. You will provide technical leadership and support the permit-to-work process, ensuring safe and efficient delivery of site activities.


    Key Responsibilities

    • Act as SAP for HV/LV systems, including isolation, earthing, and re-energisation
    • Plan and manage switching and isolation activities
    • Review and approve electrical aspects of permits, RAMS, and switching schedules
    • Support permit issue, coordination, and close-out
    • Monitor contractor compliance with site safety rules
    • Investigate incidents and support continuous improvement

    Requirements

    Essential:

    • Current or previous SAP authorisation (HV/LV)
    • Strong knowledge of electrical safety rules and isolation procedures
    • Ability to interpret electrical drawings and SLDs
    • Strong safety leadership and risk awareness

    Desirable:

    • Experience in nuclear, decommissioning, or regulated environments
    • Permit-to-work and control of work experience
    • Knowledge of temporary electrical systems

    Qualifications

    Essential:

    • Formal electrical qualifications
    • Relevant professional membership

    Desirable:

    • IOSH/NEBOSH
    • CSCS Gold Card
    • SSoW / Control of Work training

    Your Consultant

    Oliver Markham

    Team Leader - Nuclear & Buildings

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