Senior Authorised Person

We are looking to recruit a Senior Asset Manager to be responsible for the day to day management and operation of the Lincs OFTO assets. As a member of the Operations Team, the successful candidate needs to be technically capable, commercially aware, ambitious and driven. They will seek to contribute to the fast growth and success of the company, whilst ensuring that the highest levels of HSE and asset performance are maintained. The role offers the opportunity for a candidate with the right capabilities to develop and widen their experience through operational management and project delivery of significant electrical power assets at the center of the UK’s decarbonisation programme.

The role will be based from EA1 Onshore substation, near Ipswich. Some travel will be required to the offshore substations via the facility in Grimsby; and, occasional travel may also be needed to TI’s other OFTO projects across the UK and the head office location in London. Out of hours response will be required on a rota basis.

Basic Salary Range - £70,000 - £85,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Operational Allowance - £10,000 -£14,500 per annum (depending on operational authorisation level held)

Bonus (up to 20% of basic salary)+ Standby Retainer Payments, Operational Overtime, Pension etc.

About Transmission Investment:

Founded in 2011, Transmission Investment manages one of the largest offshore electricity transmission portfolios globally, connecting over 4,000MW of offshore wind from eleven GB wind farms. Our team of over 40 experts specialises in project development, engineering, regulation, construction, asset management, finance, and mergers & acquisitions.

In addition to the development of the 700MW interconnector (LirIC) between Northern Ireland and Scotland, we are currently managing a synchronous compensator at Blackhillock, Scotland. We also aim to participate in competitive onshore transmission auctions (CATO).

Why Join Us:

At Transmission Investment, we pride ourselves on our positive and friendly culture, fostering a can-do attitude and dedication throughout the team. Employee wellbeing is at the heart of our business, and we offer numerous benefits to support personal and professional growth. We invest continuously in employee training and development.

Recognised as a Great Place to Work® in the UK in 2021, we also won two awards in 2022 for wellbeing and as a top small workplace.

Join our team and be part of a company that values your growth and wellbeing!

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Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Ensuring appropriate Health, Safety & Environmental compliance as part of the O&M contract
• Site safety, including operational and safety switching, safety management, issuing safety documents and RAMS
• Maintaining a good working knowledge of the company’s Electrical Safety Rules and maintaining a Senior Authorised person status.
• Day to day management of OFTO assets
• Day to day management of the O&M contractors
• Planning and co-ordination of maintenance activities onshore and offshore
• Developing an in-depth knowledge of the OFTO assets to assist with the initial response to alarms and events
• Enacting & assisting in the development of the company’s asset and maintenance policy

Must exemplify our Company Core Values:

• We are EXCELLENT at what we do
• We are COMMITTED and ensure we deliver
• We are CHALLENGING of the status quo
• We are SUPPORTIVE of each other

Language:

• English (required)

Education, Work Experience & Qualifications:

• Degree/HNC level, with a successful track record within power infrastructure management, ideally in the Offshore Wind Industry or UK Electricity Supply Industry (experience may be taken into account instead of qualification)
• Experience in the UK electricity supply or offshore industries, including:

1. Knowledge of Health and Safety policy and legislation, electrical safety rules
2. Holds a current HV SAP authorisation ≥132kV
3. Fault response / repair
4. Knowledge of asset management procedures

• Experience of contract management and managing outsourced O&M activities.
• Track record of successfully managing critical electrical assets.
• Ability to attain Senior Authorised Person’s authorisation, under the companies relevant electrical safety rules.
• Possession of GWO certification, or capability to achieve certification (training will be provided) as well as the capability to pass an offshore medical certification.
• Numerate problem solver
• Commercially aware
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing

Skills & Attributes:

• Numerate problem solver
• Commercially aware
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely orally and in writing
• Ability to work well with project partners
• Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.