Authorising Engineer

Hunter Philips Ltd; Prestwich; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Hunter Philips Ltd is seeking an HV Authorising Engineer to support electrical safety across a programme of data centre projects. The role involves implementing safety rules, reviewing contractor arrangements, and ensuring personnel have the required authorisations.

It includes site visits, audits, and reporting across multiple UK sites with a hybrid work model. The ideal candidate will have proven HV Authorising Engineer or Senior Authorised Person experience, strong knowledge of HV safety, and

Qualifications

• Proven HV authorising engineering experience in data centres or HV environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical safety rules, HV operations and safety documentation.
• Ability to review procedures, assess competence and audit electrical working practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement electrical safety rules and safe systems of work across multiple sites.
• Carry out site visits and audits across project locations.
• Review subcontractors’ electrical safety arrangements and ensure competence and authorisations.
• Prepare reports on findings, compliance and corrective actions.

Skills

HV Authorising Engineer

Senior Authorised Person

Job description

Job Ref: HP-3194 M25 Corridor, United Kingdom Competitive ContractHV Authorising Engineer – Contract – M25 Corridor Data Centres / Private Networks – Hybrid - ASAP startI’m working with an established HV engineering contractor looking to appoint an Authorising Engineer to support electrical safety across a programme of data centre projects.The role will involve implementing approved electrical safety rules, reviewing contractor arrangements and ensuring personnel have the competence and authorisations required to carry out their duties safely.The role will involve:Implementing electrical safety rules, policies and safe systems of work across multiple data centre sites.Reviewing subcontractors’ electrical safety arrangements to ensure they meet or exceed the principal contractor’s requirements.Carrying out site visits and audits across Hayes, Acton, Hampshire and Bristol.Assessing electrical personnel and supporting staff authorisations within the agreed remit.Identifying training needs and recommending appropriate development.Reviewing working practices and recommending improvements to electrical safety.Preparing reports covering findings, compliance and corrective actions.Supporting additional projects as required.Experience:Proven experience as an HV Authorising Engineer or an experienced HV Senior Authorised Person.Strong knowledge of electrical safety rules, HV operations, safety documentation and safe systems of work.Experience across data centres, private networks, DNOs or similar HV environments.Experience reviewing procedures, assessing competence or auditing electrical working practices.Ability to produce clear reports and advise site teams and management.DNO experience would be beneficial.Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the project locations.Contract details:Competitive day rate6 month contractMonday to Friday.Hybrid working, combining site visits, reporting from home and occasional central London office attendance.Site attendance dependent on project requirements.Agreed travel between sites and parking expenses covered.Start date to be confirmed.If you’re an Authorising Engineer or an experienced SAP with a strong electrical safety background, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity and send your CV to [e-mail] WadeSenior Recruitment Consultant [phone] [e-mail]