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# SAP Electrical Engineer

- **Company:** The Peninsular and Oriental Steam Navigation Company
- **Location:** Southampton, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Monitoring of Systems, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), SAP (Applications), Building Management System (BMS), Reliability of Systems
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4163c1713d12a4ac

## About the Role

We're looking for an experienced electrical engineering professional who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges within a critical infrastructure environment.

 * HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering.
 * Experience operating, maintaining and developing HV (>max 11kv) and LV electrical infrastructure.
 * Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience or the capability to undertake SAP responsibilities.
 * Knowledge of electrical distribution systems, substations, protection systems and power networks.
 * Experience managing electrical engineering projects and contractors.
 * Strong understanding of electrical safety legislation and safe systems of work.
 * Experience using SCADA, BMS and electrical monitoring systems.
 * Excellent communication, planning and stakeholder management skills.
 * The ability to support planned shutdowns and emergency call-outs when required

## Description

As our Senior Authorised Person (SAP), you'll be responsible for maintaining the integrity, reliability and safety of the port's HV and LV electrical infrastructure.

 * Act as the Senior Authorised Person (SAP) for Southampton Port, ensuring compliance with electrical safety procedures and statutory requirements.
 * Maintain the availability and reliability of the port's electrical distribution network.
 * Lead electrical switching operations and provide technical support during planned maintenance and emergency outages.
 * Manage electrical infrastructure projects from design through construction and commissioning.
 * Oversee contractors, consultants and specialist engineering suppliers.
 * Develop maintenance strategies that maximise network reliability while minimising operational disruption.
 * Ensure SCADA, BMS and metering systems effectively monitor electrical assets and energy consumption.
 * Drive compliance with DP World's Electrical Safe System of Work and relevant industry regulations.
 * Support the development and assessment of authorised electrical personnel.
 * Contribute to future infrastructure upgrades that support the continued growth of Southampton Port.


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