Electrical Compliance Engineer (LV Authorised)

Roundhouse recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university estate is seeking an Electrical Compliance Engineer to oversee compliance and safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits including a 15% pension, and opportunities for career progression in a structured environment. Ideal for those who enjoy governance and technical standards without commercial pressures.

Benefits

Up to 15% Employer Pension

Up to 41 Days Holiday

Optional Paid Overtime

Funded CPD

Qualification additions

Life Assurance

Health Care Plan

Qualifications

• Holds a HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering.
• LV Authorised Person.
• Confident managing contractors and compliance systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as LV Duty Holder and support compliance procedures.
• Manage documentation, safety checks, and contractor compliance.
• Issue permits to work and review risk assessments.

Skills

Compliance Management

Safety Documentation

Contractor Management

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Compliance Engineer (LV Authorised)

50,000 - 60,000 + Up to 15% Employer Pension + Up to 41 Days Holiday + Optional Paid Overtime + Funded CPD + Qualification additions + Life Assurance + Health Care Plan

Reading

Are you a Electrical Compliance Engineer or similar looking to take-on a Management position overseeing all Electrical Compliance within a University Estate known for it's natural beauty and diversity, offering an unrivalled benefits package including Salary enhancements, 15% Pension and 41 Days Holiday?

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys driving safety and compliance standards while working in a structured environment with strong benefits, ongoing training opportunities and a progression route into Project Management.

You'll act as a central point of contact for all in-house electrical compliance work across a large multi-building estate. From managing contractors to issuing permits and ensuring safe systems of work, this is a technical, process-driven position with a strong emphasis on documentation, procedural oversight and safety. The role is based primarily on-site at a central campus, with some flexibility across other locations as needed.

You'll be joining a large, well-established organisation with excellent support systems in place. With ongoing investment in training, high pension contributions, and around 40 days of annual leave (including closures at Easter and Christmas), this is a role that offers both stability and career progression. If you're looking to apply your electrical expertise in a rewarding compliance-focused environment, this is ideal.

Why Join?

This is a structured, professional role with the backing of a major employer. You'll have the chance to work on a large estate, overseeing modern and legacy electrical systems, with every tool and process at your disposal. It's an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys governance, responsibility, and clear procedures, without the commercial pressures of contracting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as LV Duty Holder and support all compliance-based electrical procedures across the estate
• Manage documentation, safety checks and contractor compliance in line with internal and legal standards
• Issue permits to work and review RAMS and electrical risk assessments
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure safe delivery of works and maintain high standards across the site

We're looking for someone who:

• Holds a HNC (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• LV Authorised Person
• Is confident managing contractors, safety documentation and compliance systems
• Enjoys structured work with clear governance and technical standards