Senior Authorised Person

Senior Authorised Person

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  • Permanent
  • Wiltshire
  • 55000 – 60000/Year £

Techniche Global

We are working with a global Software, Systems & Engineering company in the Defence Sector, supporting them with appointing a Senior Authorised Person. You will provide subject matter expertise and operational leadership across High‑Hazard environments, ensuring Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) are robust, compliant and consistently applied. You will play a critical role in maintaining operational safety, supporting delivery teams and shaping technical standards across UK Defence Operations. Day to day, you’ll provide expert guidance on electrical safety and hazardous area operations, support Authorised Persons across sites, and lead continuous improvement of Safe Systems of Work to ensure safe, compliant and resilient operations.

  
Salary: circa £60k+ benefits
Location: Boscombe Down– hybrid (3 days onsite/ 2 days whf); Travel expenses will be covered for candidates who live further away from Boscombe Down. There may also be an occasional requirement to travel to other sites as needed.
Duration: perm, full time (37 working hours)
Requirements:  UK nationals living and working in the UK for the past 5 years, eligible for SC
  
Key responsibilities:

  • Leading and embedding Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) improvement programmes across UK Operations
  • Developing and maintaining standards to support The Company’s Safe Systems of Work in line with JSP 375
  • Providing technical leadership and guidance to Site APs, Facility Managers and Integrated Delivery Teams
  • Supporting audits and assisting sites to close out actions and observations
  • Managing and supporting succession planning, training and mentoring for current and prospective APs
  • Acting as a key interface with Projects teams where SAP / AP input is required

  
Essential experience:

  • Significant experience operating in a similar SAP or electrical safety leadership role
  • Strong working knowledge of JSP 375 and Authorised / Responsible Person processes
  • Proven experience managing Safe Systems of Work in high‑hazard environments
  • Demonstrated ability to provide technical advice and resolve complex operational issues
  • Experience supporting audits, inspections and compliance activities
  • Proven track record in Health & Safety leadership and compliance

  
Essential qualifications:

  • Current Senior Authorised Person certification in HV/LV Electrical Systems
  • HNC / HND in an Engineering or Technical discipline or equivalent experience
  • Eligibility to hold UK Security Clearance

  
We value difference and we don’t have a fixed idea when it comes to background or education, provided you can show the required level of experience and willingness to learn then we would like to hear from you. 
  
Benefits

  • Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
  • Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
  • Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
  • Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
  • Our Client is proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme
  • Volunteering Opportunities – helping charities and local community

  
  

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Job Overview
Offered Salary
55000 – 60000/Year
Job Location
Wiltshire
Job Type
Permanent
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