Authorised Person - Electrical - Aldermaston

ZipRecruiter; Greater London; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Authorised Person (Electrical) to provide critical engineering safety services at their Aldermaston site. This role is vital for ensuring compliance with electrical safety practices and supporting operational projects. The successful candidate will work primarily on-site, engaging in plant management and safety supervision. With a focus on professional growth, the organization offers a 9-day working fortnight, generous leave, and a market-leading pension scheme. If you are passionate about electrical engineering and safety, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Benefits

9-day working fortnight

270 hours of annual leave

Market-leading pension scheme

Family-friendly policies

Professional development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Discounts on services and products

Paid leave for volunteering

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical Engineering qualification required.
• Knowledge of electrical safety legislation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advise on plant shutdowns and isolations.
• Supervise personnel undertaking electrical safety work.
• Make evidence-based engineering decisions.

Skills

Electrical Safety Knowledge

Technical Decision Making

Troubleshooting

Project Management

Education

Electrical Engineering Qualification (e.g., ONC/OND/HNC)

Job description

Job Description

Authorised Person - Electrical - Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4PR

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: £39,280 - £49,000 per annum + excellent benefits

Location and Work Environment

Location: RG7 4PR, between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking. Due to the classified nature of the work, limited opportunities for remote work. The successful candidate will primarily work on-site at AWE Aldermaston.

Role Overview

AWE is recruiting an Authorised Person (Electrical) to provide engineering safety services supporting operational and capital projects. The role involves advising on electrical safety practices in line with the AWE Engineering Safety Management System to ensure safe operations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Advise and undertake plant shutdowns and isolations
2. Ensure baseline safety configurations
3. Supervise nominated and instructed personnel undertaking electrical safety work
4. Apply technical knowledge to engineered systems and structures
5. Interpret and deliver requirements from the order book, including troubleshooting, quoting, reporting, designing, commissioning, and handover
6. Identify and escalate business risks related to plant and systems
7. Make evidence-based engineering decisions to resolve technical issues

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• A recognised Electrical Engineering qualification (e.g., ONC/OND/HNC/Level 4 RFQ)
• Knowledge of electrical safety legislation and regulations
• Experience in delivering electrical safety engineering in industrial, manufacturing, or research environments
• Experience in facilities engineering and maintenance over asset lifecycle

Benefits

• 9-day working fortnight (every other Friday off)
• 270 hours of annual leave
• Market-leading pension scheme (9%-13% employer contribution)
• Family-friendly policies: 39 weeks maternity leave, 4 weeks paternity leave
• Professional development funding
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• Life Assurance (4x salary)
• Discounts on various services and products
• Paid leave for volunteering, public service, and caring responsibilities

Additional Information

You must obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance, funded by AWE. Applicants must have been in the UK for the past 5 years for SC clearance or 10 years for DV clearance. Please specify any accommodations needed during the application process. Interviews are typically conducted via Teams in a single stage.