Electrical Authorised Person

Balfour Beatty plc; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is recruiting an Electrical Appointed Person to join the Net Zero Teesside project in the UK. The role focuses on safe control and delivery of electrical safe systems of work, supporting successful project delivery and zero-harm goals.

You will lead the AP team, manage temporary electrical installations, coordinate with engineering and subcontractors, and ensure quality and safety standards across site operations. Nights/weekends may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Appointed Person on construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work.
• Experience managing temporary electrical installations.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Electrical Safe Systems of Work (ESSW) and ensure site compliance.
• Provide leadership to the AP team and wider workforce.
• Support planning activities including work package plans, risk assessments and temporary works solutions.
• Drive Zero Harm culture and safety improvements.
• Lead toolbox talks, briefings and site communications.
• Monitor progress against programme targets and KPIs.
• Manage resources including labour, plant and materials.
• Liaise with engineering, construction teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure quality through inspections and use of BIM Field 360.
• Identify risks, non-conformances and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Electrical AP

CSCS Card

SMSTS

UK driving licence

Health & Safety knowledge

Temporary electrical installs

Team leadership

Clear communication

Tools

BIM Field 360

Job description

About the role

Location: Net Zero Teesside Project

At Balfour Beatty, we’re building a sustainable future. The Net Zero Teesside project is a flagship initiative, combining a state-of-the-art gas-fired power station with advanced carbon capture technology—playing a pivotal role in the UK’s journey to net zero.

We are currently looking for an Electrical Appointed Person (AP) to join our Temporary Site Services team. This is a key role responsible for the safe control, management and delivery of electrical safe systems of work (ESSW), supporting the successful delivery of this high-profile project.

What you'll be doing

• Taking ownership of Electrical Safe Systems of Work (ESSW) and ensuring compliance across site
• Providing leadership and direction to the AP team and wider workforce
• Supporting planning activities, including work package plans, risk assessments, and temporary works solutions
• Driving a strong Zero Harm culture and continuous safety improvements
• Leading toolbox talks, task briefings, and site communications
• Monitoring progress against programme targets and KPIs
• Managing resources effectively, including labour, plant, and materials
• Liaising closely with engineering, construction teams and subcontractors
• Ensuring quality standards through inspections and use of BIM Field 360
• Identifying risks, non-conformances, and opportunities for improvement

Who we're looking for

• Proven experience as an Electrical Appointed Person on construction projects
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and safe systems of work
• Experience managing temporary electrical installations
• Ability to lead teams, communicate clearly and drive performance
• Experience working with subcontractors and managing site resources
• Confident delivering engaging toolbox talks and briefings
• Holds CSCS Card, SMSTS and a full UK driving licence
• Flexible approach, with willingness to work nights/weekends where required

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver some of the UK’s most ambitious, exciting and meaningful projects; developing, building and maintaining the vital infrastructure that supports national economies and strengthens communities.

Why join us?

As if contributing to and supporting work that makes life better for millions wasn’t rewarding enough, we offer a full range of benefits too. You’ll have the freedom to shape the package that’s right for you and your life. Here are some of our key benefits:

- Smart working, giving you more flexibility such as staggered start and finish times, with up to 40% remote working, where roles allow.
- 25 days paid annual leave (pro rata)
- Family friendly policies which include 28 weeks full pay for maternity/adoption leave and four weeks full pay for paternity/partners leave
- Pension, share incentive plan, volunteering leave, recognition schemes and much more…

About us

Asset & Technology Solutions provides innovative, safe and sustainable solutions to the Balfour Beatty projects across the UK. Our wide range of equipment and services includes HGV’s, tower and crawler cranes, piling equipment, CCTV and security services, survey services and drones, suction excavators, sweepers, modular accommodation and much more.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential components of any successful, happy workplace. Through our Value Everyone Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Action Plan, we are growing our diverse workforce and developing our inclusive culture where everyone is able to thrive and reach their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. To find out how we are making this a reality, visit www.balfourbeatty.com/diversityandinclusion

To help and support us with our desired commitment to create an inclusive culture we are members of WISE, enei, Business Disability Forum and the Association for Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers (AFBE). In 2020, we signed the Audeliss and Involve Open Letter to demonstrate our commitment to taking key long term and sustainable actions on Black Inclusion. Balfour Beatty is also a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we are committed to working with people who have disabilities and long-term health conditions to remove barriers for them in obtaining employment. We are also committed to offering applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role. For more info, visit https://disabilityconfident.campaign.gov.uk/

We are looking to continually improve our resourcing process and ensure that it is fair and inclusive for all. If you have any feedback on the process, please share this with us at [e-mail]