Electrical Authorised Person (LVAP)

Carrington West; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the water sector is seeking an Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical delivery works on a major clean water project near Bournemouth. The ideal candidate will have experience in the water industry and hold the necessary qualifications. Responsibilities include managing electrical systems and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Must hold 18th Edition qualification.
• Relevant experience in the water or wastewater industry is essential.
• SMSTS or SSSTS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Act as the appointed LV Authorised Person for site electrical systems.
• Manage isolations and switching procedures for a safe system of work.
• Issue and manage electrical Permits-to-Work.

Skills

18th Edition

Water or wastewater industry experience

SMSTS / SSSTS

Method statements writing

Risk assessments

H&S experience

AP status

UK driving licence

Job description

Electrical Supervisor – LVAP

Location: Bournemouth

Rate: £425 per day – Outside IR35/LTD Company

Duration: 12+ months

Sector: Water / Wastewater

Our client, a leading contractor, is looking for an Electrical AP / Electrical Supervisor to oversee electrical delivery works on a major clean water project near Bournemouth.

This is a great opportunity to join a contractor that has secured significant AMP7 & AMP8 contracts on the Bournemouth Water Framework.

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

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