33kV SAP - Contract

Role – Senior Authorised Person (SAP) – Contract

Location – UK + Site-Based

Mint Selection are working with a leading energy infrastructure developer delivering utility-scale solar and co-located BESS projects across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Senior Authorised Person (SAP) on a contract basis to support HV operations, energisation, and grid connection activities.

This role will focus on the safe control and operation of HV systems, working closely with EPC contractors, DNO/ICP engineers, and commissioning teams to ensure safe energisation, compliance, and system integrity across project phases.

Scope of Work

• Carry out HV switching operations including energisation, de-energisation and network reconfiguration
• Issue and control Permits to Work / Sanctions for Test
• Manage isolation, earthing and LOTO procedures as the responsible SAP
• Ensure safety from the system across HV infrastructure including GIS substations
• Review and approve RAMS, method statements, switching programmes and energisation plans
• Coordinate with DNO / ICP engineers, EPC commissioning teams, and BESS OEMs
• Support grid connection and compliance testing (G99, SCADA coordination, DERMS testing)
• Troubleshoot HV issues across protection systems, relays, switchgear and network interfaces
• Support commissioning activities including functional testing of intertrips, E-stops and protection systems
• Provide on-site support during key energisation phases and export readiness

Experience to be Considered

• Proven experience as a Senior Authorised Person (SAP) within renewable energy or power infrastructure
• Authorised to operate at 33kV (mandatory), with 66kV desirable and 132kV advantageous
• Strong experience working under UK DNO / ICP safety rules and HV procedures
• Experience on utility-scale solar and co-located BESS projects
• Familiarity with grid compliance, G99 processes, and SCADA coordination
• Strong understanding of HV systems including GIS substations, protection and control systems
• Experience working across energisation, commissioning and grid connection phases
• Electrical background with strong operational and safety focus

Certifications & Requirements

• Current SAP authorisation (33kV minimum)
• Recognised HV switching competency
• Experience operating under UK HV Safety Rules
• CSCS / ECS card (as applicable)
• HV medical and site compliance certifications

Desirable:

• AP15 / AP HV
• IOSH / SSSTS / NEBOSH
• OEM or GIS-specific training (e.g. SF6 switchgear)
• Experience with emergency procedures in HV environments

This is a contract opportunity with a start date to be confirmed. Day rate negotiable depending on experience.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

If you are interested, please apply within or contact Sam Nice directly for further information.