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Electrical Authorised Person
Devon (Support for lodge and subsistence provided for those that to travel weekly)

On behalf of our client, We’re seeking a qualified and experienced Electrical Authorised Person to join the facilities team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safe operation, maintenance, and management of electrical systems across a high-profile critical facility. Acting as the appointed Authorised Person (AP), you’ll play a key role in ensuring compliance with electrical safety regulations and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

* Operate as the designated Authorised Person for LV and/or HV electrical systems.

* Oversee the issue of permits to work and switching schedules in accordance with safety rules.

* Ensure all electrical systems are operated and maintained in a safe and compliant manner.

* Support planned preventative and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.

* Coordinate and supervise contractors and internal teams during electrical works.

* Carry out fault diagnosis and rectification on a wide range of electrical equipment and infrastructure.

* Maintain accurate records of all inspections, permits, and maintenance activities.

* Participate in audits and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with statutory and internal standards.

* Provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and maintenance staff.

About You
You’ll be an experienced electrical professional with strong technical knowledge, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to health and safety. This is a critical role requiring sound judgement, attention to detail, and a calm approach under pressure.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

* Recognised electrical qualification (e.g. City & Guilds Level 3, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent).

* Authorised Person training and current AP status for LV and/or HV systems (preferably NHS HTM 06-02 or MOD JSP375 experience).

* Strong knowledge of electrical safety legislation, best practices, and permit-to-work systems.

* Demonstrable experience in managing electrical systems in complex environments (e.g. hospitals, data centres, commercial estates).

* Excellent understanding of technical drawings, schematics, and compliance documentation.

* Strong organisational and communication skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a wider engineering and compliance team.

Desirable

* Experience with critical systems (e.g. UPS, standby generators, building management systems).

* IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety training.

* HV Authorisation desirable but not essential.

If you are looking for your next opportunity and this looks like it cold be the opportunity for you, please apply by responding to this advertisment with your CV.

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