Senior Authorised Person

As part of the operations team this role will assure the construction of networks to ensure that ESPUG adopts, operated and maintain safe, compliant and efficient assets.

ESPUG's success will be dependent on the continued relationships that we have with our customers, contractors and service providers for the construction, maintenance and operation of our gas and electricity distribution networks.

For our electricity business the standard of the design, construction and as-built asset records that ESPUG will ultimately own and manage is of paramount importance.

Reporting to Head of Network Operations SAPs will have responsibilities for operational matters associated with the day to day running electricity networks along with a role to assure that EHV assets are constructed to appropriate standards . This will be achieved in conjunction other members of the senior management team who provide specialist knowledge.

This role is key to the adoption and operation of assets across residential and I&C networks. As we adopt more EHV networks familiarity and experience of these would be beneficial.

Role Purpose:

• Key objectives for this role are to manage and oversee construction of assets up to (min) 33kv ensuring that safety and operability are to the required standards to allow ESPUG to meet its licence conditions in the most effective way. Control and authorisation of electricity distribution networks is also a key objective ensuring that both ESPUG standards, Distribution Safety Rules and industry guidance are complied with.
• As a senior member of the Network Operations management team this role will have input to the development and implementation of process, strategic decisions to ensure that effective commercial and regulatory outcomes are achieved, and business targets met.
• Responsible for building close relationships with ESPUG's portfolio of ICP partners, Contractors, Emergency Service and Maintenance Service Providers.
• Ensure that processes and resource are put in place to respond to network incidents.
• Represent ESPUG, or deputise for the Head of Network Operations, at industry forums, workshops, meetings etc. as and when required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accountable for the quality and compliance of asset construction and network operations by:
• Ensuring that Customers (UIPs/ICPs/SLPs etc) are safe, competent, accredited and regularly audited against ESP Policy & Procedures and industry guidance.
• Regularly briefing Customers on changing industry requirements and ESP Policies and Procedures.
• Engaging in regular technical and compliance discussions with Customers to support delivery of safe, compliant and efficient networks.
• Managing inspection of assets under construction, pre and post commissioning (including any pre-construction activities as required) to ensure that safe, compliant and efficient networks are adopted by ESP.
• Reporting on safety and technical non-conformances, compilation of information and managing targeted interventions (e.g. increased visits, Technical & Safety Bulletins to be issued).
• Acting as Safety Controller under Distribution Safety Rules. Manage switching schedules.
• Act as authorising officer for ESPE.
• Delivering ESP asset maintenance programme (electric), and that Service Providers produce a safe, compliant and efficient service.
• Assist Customers on design of, HV and LV networks necessary for the safe, efficient, and compliant design, construction, operation and maintenance in accordance with ESP's standards, industry standards and legislation.
• Delivering Fault Response activities through our service providers and ensuring maximum recovery of claims resulting from 3rd party damage to ESP assets.
• Participating in a standby rota for network control

Key Skills:

• Senior Authorised Person with several years' experience electricity on distribution/transmission. Authorised to manage safety switching of the electrical network.

Specific key skill requirements:

• Excellent relationship management skills across the business and with customers, consumers and service providers.
• Experience of working within a senior team.
• Experience of delivery, installation, operation and maintenance and management electricity distribution networks (to 33kv beneficial to 132kV).
• Understanding of fault detection and repair techniques.
• Knowledge of the Regulatory and HSE Framework.
• Knowledge of the philosophy and principles relating to the design electricity distribution networks including protection and SCADA.
• Knowledge of the management of the planning, construction and operation of electricity networks. Knowledge of the selection and procurement of materials.
• Knowledge of electricity industry Standards, Recommendations, Specifications and Legislation relevant to the construction and operation of electricity distribution networks.
• Computer Literate.
• An innovative approach to problem solving.
• An ability to adopt a wider perspective than the immediate bounds of the job description.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Location: RemoteContract: Permanent, Full timeSalary: CompetitiveBenefits: Enhanced Pension Scheme Private Medical Insurance Life Assurance 24 days annual leave Exclusive Employee Discounts

Closing date: 26-03-2024

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