High Voltage Senior Authorised Person (HV SAP)
Key Responsibilities High Voltage Operations * Act as Senior Authorised Person for High Voltage systems (typically 11kV–33kV, or higher depending on site). * Carry out HV switching operations on electrical distribution networks. * Prepare, review, and implement switching schedules and isolation procedures. * Issue and cancel Permits to Work, Sanctions for Test, and Safety Documents. * Control HV network operations to maintain safe system configuration. Safety & Compliance * Ensure all switching and HV operations comply with: * Electricity at Work Regulations * Site Electrical Safety Rules * Industry best practice * Act as Responsible Person for electrical isolations. * Conduct risk assessments and method statement reviews (RAMS). * Lead incident investigations related to electrical operations if required. Maintenance & Fault Response * Coordinate planned maintenance on HV equipment such as: * Switchgear * Transformers * Protection systems * HV cabling * Respond to HV faults and network outages. * Support restoration of power during emergency situations. Documentation & Control * Maintain accurate network diagrams, switching logs, and operational records. * Review and update electrical safety rules and operational procedures. * Support commissioning and energisation of new HV installations. Qualifications * Recognised electrical engineering qualification (e.g., HNC/HND, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent). * Formal High Voltage Senior Authorised Person appointment under a recognised safety rules system. Experience * Proven experience working as a High Voltage Authorised Person / Senior Authorised Person. * Hands-on experience performing HV switching operations on live distribution networks. * Experience operating 11kV or above HV systems. * Experience preparing switching schedules and isolation documentation. * Experience issuing Permits to Work and safety documents