John Sisk & Son Ltd

SAP - Senior Authorised Person

John Sisk & Son Ltd  •  Copenhagen, DK (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Sensori Group is a Sisk Company that specialises in end-to-end project management, overseeing all phases of building development from design to construction, MEP systems integration, fit outs and facilities management. We ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and with a focus on sustainability.

Our expertise spans multiple industries, including commercial, data centres, healthcare, and manufacturing, providing tailored solutions that prioritize efficiency, safety, and quality. With a strong focus on MEP systems and facilities management, Sensori Group offers innovative, cost-effective solutions backed by a skilled, responsive team.

Sensori is a fast-growing developer and operator focused on delivering high-quality, safe, and commercially successful construction projects. We value practical problem-solving, strong collaboration between design and delivery teams, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

Key responsibilities

  • Own, implement and continually review Sensori's (or the contract-specific) Electrical Safety Rules, ensuring they remain aligned with current legislation, standards and client requirements.
  • Audit the application of the Electrical Safety Rules across projects, closing out findings and driving corrective action.
  • Ensure Sensori's Operation and Energisation procedures for work on LV and MV systems are correctly applied, and contribute to their development and revision.
  • Retain overall responsibility for cover of all systems and installations for which the company has control of the electrical danger.
  • Implement and govern maintenance policies for the Technical Services Department.
  • Assess the competence of candidates for Authorised Person appointment, and issue, limit, suspend or withdraw authorisations as appropriate.
  • Maintain the register of Authorised Persons and Competent Persons, including scope of authorisation and training currency.
  • Provide technical support, mentoring and escalation cover to Authorised Persons across the project portfolio.
  • Verify that AP-led LOTO processes and procedures are correctly applied on site.
  • Review and approve low voltage switching plans prior to execution on site.
  • Review and approve high voltage / medium voltage switching plans prior to execution on site.
  • Act as senior technical authority for switching operations on the HV/LV system, undertaking or directing switching where required.
  • Approve the release of systems for energisation and hand-back, and interface with the client's SAP or site owner on system ownership and control boundaries.
  • Govern the QR code process for ACBs/MCCBs where implemented on a project.
  • Commission, review and interpret project arc flash studies, and set the resulting PPE requirements for work within electrical rooms.
  • Where no arc flash study exists, determine the applicable controls in line with Sensori's Operation and Energisation procedures for work on LV and MV systems.
  • Adjudicate on and authorise Operational Restrictions, and own the system for investigating any equipment subject to one.
  • Act as the escalation point for all accidents, incidents and dangerous occurrences associated with work on electrical distribution systems.
  • Lead or oversee investigations, determine root cause, and ensure lessons learned are communicated across projects and reflected in procedure.
  • Report to senior management and, where required, to the client and relevant authorities.
  • Ensure subcontractor documentation, including safety documentation, is maintained, current and filed for future reference.
  • Attend site meetings, internal project reviews, engineering reviews, planning and coordination meetings and handover meetings.
  • Support the close-out of project items including final account, O&M manuals, punch list, safety file, QA file, material and plant relocations and project plan.
  • Set and drive the Sensori culture of safety and quality across all assigned projects.
  • Provide visible senior safety and quality leadership to project teams, subcontractors and client stakeholders.

Experience

Desired Competencies

  • Strong understanding and interpretation of project specifications, drawings, SLDs, cable solutions, and data sheets.
  • In-depth knowledge of earthing systems and configurations.
  • Comprehensive understanding of busbar and busway systems, including interlocking secondary energy sources.
  • Expertise in applying discrimination studies for short-circuit/overload protection and earth/line fault currents.
  • Familiarity with FAT/SAT reporting for electrical switchgear and associated philosophies.
  • Good understanding of switchgear configurations, separations, and type testing.
  • Strong knowledge of national electrical regulations.
  • Proficient in developing switching plans.
  • Capable of performing switching and isolating of low/medium voltage systems.
  • Experience and knowledge of mission-critical projects.

Qualifications

Skills & Education Required

  • At least 6 years' experience in a similar role.
  • Electrical Qualification.
  • Demonstrated capability in construction delivery.
  • IT proficient, including CAD & MS Office.
  • Exceptional time management skills, for both prioritising workload and meeting strict deadlines.
  • QHSE knowledge.
John Sisk & Son Ltd

About John Sisk & Son Ltd

Founded in Cork and family-owned Sisk is an innovative, international, construction and engineering business with a long-term vision and over 165 years in operation.

Sisk employs approx. 2,500 people and is Ireland's leading provider of construction services with extensive operations across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe with the track record, scale and capacity to successfully undertake large, complex multidisciplinary programmes. Sisk is recognised by global clients as a world leader in safe delivery.

Sisk delivers projects and programmes in key sectors such as Data and Technology, Pharmaceutical and Life Sciences, Infrastructure, Transportation, Healthcare, Commercial, Residential, Retail, Industrial, Leisure, Education and Energy.

Sisk offers a life-cycle approach to construction from planning and offsite construction, through delivering and fitting out a project safely and sustainably with technology as a key enabler, and then working with clients to help manage and maintain buildings efficiently throughout their lifespan.

Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Dublin, IE
Year Founded
1859
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