Electrical Authorising Engineer

Lanesra Technical Recruitment; Maple Cross; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm is seeking an Electrical Authorising Engineer to manage electrical health and safety protocols for a major water infrastructure project. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant engineering qualification and have hands-on experience in electrical installations. Responsibilities include overseeing safety regulations, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with project stakeholders. This position offers a salary range of £65,000 - £75,000 plus additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Registered with a relevant engineering institution as a Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer.
• On-site experience within the Electrical Installation industry.
• Master's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support the H&S team in electrical safety matters.
• Authorize and administer electrical safety rules.
• Provide professional guidance on electrical construction.

Skills

Registered with a relevant engineering institution as a Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer

On-site experience within the Electrical Installation industry

Recent experience of working as an Authorising Engineer or Electrical Site Supervisor

Good technical background with respect to Low Voltage systems

Experienced in verifying safe systems of work

Good understanding of UK health and safety legislation

Education

Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar qualification

Tools

IET Wiring Regulation - 18th Edition certification

Job description

Position: Electrical Authorising Engineer

Location: Thames Water Framework

Salary Guide: £65,000 - £75,000 Plus Car/Allowance and Excellent Package

Our client is a Tier 1 Design & Build Contractor operating predominantly in the water industry who have been awarded a programme of work to deliver non-infrastructure water and wastewater projects for Thames Water valued at over £400M. They are recruiting for an Authorising Engineer where you will be the focal point and set the culture for the organisation's electrical H&S management.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the H&S team in matters of electrical safety.
• Authorising and administration of electrical safety rules. Maintenance of rules in line with legislative, regulatory or industry changes.
• Providing professional and technical guidance on electrical construction & electrical contracting delivery.
• Owns, interprets, administers and monitors use of the JV LV Electrical Safety Rules.
• Ensuring that any amendments to the JV LV Electrical Safety Rules are brought to the attention of, and are understood by, all JV Responsible Persons, and JV Authorised Persons.
• Interview, train and competence assess potential JV Authorised Persons and subsequent appointment.
• Undertake AP audits and annual appraisals.
• Conduct the audit set out in the Institute of Engineering and Technology's (IET) Code Of Practice for Electrical Safety Management annually or on significant change of the electrical management system.
• Work with procurement staff to assist in the competence vetting of JV supply chain partners.
• Involvement with key stakeholders for related SSOW's such as Hydraulics and ATEX/DSEAR.
• Maintaining the identity and importance of the Electrical Safety Rules to the wider business. Electrical safety awareness training for PM's and Construction Managers.
• Attendance on national Authorising Engineer review panels.
• Working with supply chains in areas of quality management and review and comment upon NICEIC and BS7671 model forms of certification.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Registered with a relevant engineering institution as a Chartered Engineer or Incorporated Engineer
• On-site experience within the Electrical Installation industry
• Recent experience of working as an Authorising Engineer or an Electrical Site Supervisor
• Master's Degree or Bachelor's Degree. HND or HNC in Electrical Engineering or similar qualification will be considered based on additional experience
• Good technical background with respect to Low Voltage systems (BS7671) and earthing systems (BS7430)
• HV awareness
• Experienced in verifying safe systems of work
• Must be able to demonstrate a good understanding of UK health and safety legislation and an ability to carry out risk assessments and propose actions for risk control/management
• IET Wiring Regulation - 18th Edition certification