Electrical Authorised Person

Balfour Beatty plc; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Smart working (up to 40% remote where

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc is seeking an Electrical Appointed Person (AP) to join the Temporary Site Services team on the Net Zero Teesside project in the United Kingdom. The role is on-site and focuses on safe control and delivery of Electrical Safe Systems of Work (ESSW) to support project delivery.

You will lead the AP team, manage resources, coordinate with engineering and construction colleagues, and promote a strong Zero Harm safety culture through toolbox talks and site briefings, with

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.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Electrical AP

Construction

Health & Safety

Team Leadership

Communication

Temporary Works

CSCS Card

SMSTS

Driving Licence

Tools

BIM Field 360

Job description

About the role

Location: Net Zero Teesside Project

#LI-Onsite

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 want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We’re making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we’ve got more to do. Find out more about our values and DEI initiatives.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We are committed to our processes being barrier-free and will support adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let the recruiter for this role know if you require any adjustments.

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