Electrical Authorised Person (LVAP)

Carrington West; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the water industry is looking for an Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical works on a major clean water project in Bournemouth. The candidate should have 18th Edition certification, relevant water or wastewater experience, and held AP status in their last two roles. This is a 12-month contract with a daily rate of £425 outside IR35.

Qualifications

• Experience as an LV Authorised Person with proven competence in electrical isolations.
• Must have water or wastewater industry experience.
• Familiarity with Electricity at Work Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed LV Authorised Person for site electrical systems.
• Manage isolations, switching, and lock-off procedures.
• Liaise with engineers and contractors for safe delivery of works.

Skills

18th Edition

Water/Wastewater industry experience

SMSTS/SSSTS

Electrical isolations management

Risk assessments

Method statements

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Role

Electrical Supervisor - LVAP

Location

Bournemouth

Rate

£425 per day – Outside IR35/LTD Company

Duration

12 Months+

Sector

Water/Wastewater

Company Summary

The business we're working with, a Leading Contractor, are looking for an Electrical AP/Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical delivery works on a major clean water project near Bournemouth. A great opportunity to join a contractor that has secured significant AMP7 & AMP8 contracts on the Bournemouth Water Framework.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Supervisor with previous LV Authorised Person (AP) experience. The role requires proven competence in carrying out and overseeing electrical isolations and ensuring works are delivered safely and in compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed LV Authorised Person (AP) for site electrical systems.
• Carry out and manage isolations, switching, and lock‑off procedures to ensure a safe system of work.
• Issue, manage, and cancel electrical Permits‑to‑Work/Permits‑to‑Test.
• Maintain accurate records of isolations, switching schedules, and permits in line with company and statutory requirements.
• Ensure compliance with the Electricity at Work Regulations and internal safety rules.
• Assess electrical risks and implement appropriate control measures.
• Liaise with supervisors, engineers, and contractors to ensure all works are coordinated and safely delivered.

Requirements

• 18th Edition
• Must have water or wastewater industry experience
• SMSTS/SSSTS
• Experience writing method statements, risk assessments and H&S
• Hold or have held AP status in last 2 roles
• Hold a valid full UK driving licence

Recruiter

Carrington West is one of the leading water industry specialist recruiters who cater for water utility companies, contractors and consultancies attached to the UK water AMP 7/8 frameworks for both permanent and contracts staffing solutions. Positions we regularly recruit for include; chemical, electrical, civil and mechanical process engineers for both design and site based role.

We can only process application from those with relevant industry experience.