At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high voltage safety compliance and manage electrical networks across diverse sites.
- Company: Pioneering electrical engineering firm focused on renewable energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, travel opportunities, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Exciting role with opportunities for growth in a dynamic industry.
- Why this job: Join a team at the forefront of decarbonising the electrical grid and achieving Net Zero.
- Qualifications: Minimum 2 years’ experience with SAP authorisation and strong multitasking skills.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We provide quality assured Electrical Engineering, contracting and consultancy services to blue chip clients on various geographical locations across Ireland, UK and Mainland Europe. We specialise in full turnkey solutions up to and including 400 kV in the Renewables sector and other Mission Critical Facilities. As Principal Contractor on the first of kind installation of a Hydrogen Electrolyser on the island of Ireland within Wind Farms, we take pride as a front runner contributing to the decarbonisation of the electrical grid infrastructure, helping lead both Ireland and the UK in achieving our Net Zero targets by 2050.
About the Role
Our Senior Authorised Person will ensure implementation and compliance with Lagan Energy Engineering High Voltage Safety Rules (HVOSR’s).
Specific Responsibilities
- Production of switching schedules and carrying out switching on a large variety of private HV networks on commercial, industrial, construction and renewable generation sites.
- Switching, testing, commissioning, fault diagnosis and maintaining of high voltage networks from 11 kV up to 275 kV.
- Preparation and briefing of risk assessments and method statements for installation and maintenance tasks.
- Ability to take the lead in fault location activities.
- Familiarity with a variety of HV switchgear, transformers and associated cabling systems.
- Basic fault diagnosis and testing of HV/MV protection schemes.
- Working knowledge of the various components of a typical protection scheme and their inter‑connection.
- Planning and scheduling requirements in alignment with Project Delivery requirements.
- Technical Client Correspondence and liaison.
- Ability to apply specification to materials list set out as a Bill of Quantities for the Project.
- Collation of Documentation required from a technical perspective for Project completion handovers.
- Assist with execution of HV maintenance programme across various sites.
Person Specification
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience holding SAP authorisation under SPR/SPN or equivalent DNO authorisation.
- Willing to travel on a regular basis.
- Hold a full UK/Irish Driving License.
- Competent user of all Microsoft Office programs.
- Multitasking and time‑management skills.
- Good judgement and decision‑making skills.
- Drive for quality.
- Demonstrates a desire to continuously develop.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
- Hold current GWO certificates for entering a Wind Turbine.
Senior Authorised Person in Ayr employer: Lagan Energy Engineering Ltd
At Lagan Energy Engineering, we pride ourselves on being a leader in the Renewables sector, offering our employees a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and professional growth. Our commitment to quality and safety is matched by our dedication to employee development, providing opportunities for continuous learning and advancement within a supportive team culture. Located across Ireland, the UK, and Mainland Europe, we offer a unique chance to contribute to meaningful projects that drive the decarbonisation of the electrical grid, making us an excellent employer for those passionate about sustainability and engineering excellence.
Contact Details:
Lagan Energy Engineering Ltd Recruitment Team
