Authorised Person (SAP

Reporting directly to the NGED Contract Manger, this hybrid role will focus on regular SAP duties as and when required, providing onsite support for problematic and more complex sites and working closely with the planning team to provide guidance.

As a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) you will…

Manage projects to the highest safety standards - zero harm.

Responsible for site safety and work quality and compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards - compliance with health and safety legislation.

Manage Projects to the highest electrical safety management safety standards - zero harm, network security.

Manage Projects to the company Environmental Standards - zero environmental impact.

Develop good relationships with clients, other service providers, architects, consultants and end customers - Increased sales and repeat business.

Promote, design and deliver full project management solutions - reduced customer effort and time, ensuring value for money.

Deliver the project at the expected level of safety, quality, performance and cost - continuation of work.

Act as the site management interface between, customer’s staff and other service providers, ensuring resolution of site issues and project success.

Responsible for customer service and being actively involved in working with and delivering customer-facing initiatives, cultivating positive customer service and reducing customer complaints.

Ensuring that adequate progress is being made and reporting is in place during the project lifecycle - project reporting, highlighting cost control, progress and variation management.

Managing all directly employed staff involved with Projects, ensuring effective utilisation of employees.

BTEC in Electrical Engineering or C&G equivalent.

Minimum ONC in Electrical Engineering discipline or equivalent - essential.

Pre-existing authorisation to work for midlands distribution network operator (NGED) - desirable.

Full UK driving license - essential.

A thorough Understanding of Electrical Power System up to 33KV.

Good Transformer knowledge and understanding

Experience of resource planning and scheduling support

Distribution Network experience within the Electrical Supply Industry.

Ability to give direction in application of Distribution Safety Rules, safety procedures and codes of practice in combination with health & safety legislation requirements.

Familiarity with relevant network diagram software programs.

Customer awareness and knowledge of DNO client expectations and how to meet/exceed these.

Demonstrable knowledge of the requirements of electrical projects and procedures required for delivery.

Proven ability to apply relevant design/planning procedures and requirements.

Proven ability to deliver projects within time, cost, quality and safety parameters.

Good understanding of the asset owner interfaces and network attributes.

Previous DNO experience

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours, with overtime opportunities available

What’s in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join Ipsum, you’re not just taking a job - you’re starting a career with real support behind it.

24 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy up to 5 additional holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more !

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community