Project Authorised Person (Electrical)

Laing O'Rourke; Oxford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown HouseTechnologies (CHT) is seeking an experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) to own the practical implementation and enforcement of electrical safety on high-value projects. You will appoint competent personnel, issue safety documents and ensure safe, compliant electrical work across your area.

Your decisions will directly impact project delivery and site safety, with real authority to enforce compliance in safety-critical environments.

Qualifications

• Completed recognised electrical apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3.
• City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent; 2391 desirable.
• BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition.
• Authorised Person training from a recognised provider.
• First Aid qualification (minimum one-day emergency first aid).
• Relevant CSCS card.
• IOSH – Managing Safety.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite).

Responsibilities

• Ensure all personnel comply with electrical safety rules and procedures.
• Exercise sole responsibility for the safe control of electrical systems in your area.
• Assess, appoint, and supervise Competent Persons (Electrical).
• Issue, control, and withdraw electrical safety documents in line with procedures.
• Provide instruction and supervision for the safe operation of electrical equipment.
• Engage with project teams to ensure safe energisation and operational readiness.
• Report and escalate unsafe conditions, defects, or dangerous occurrences.

Skills

Understanding electrical safety rules

Enforce safety compliance

Assess competence & manage risk

Clear communication & leadership

Education

Electrical apprenticeship / NVQ Level 3

City & Guilds 2365 / 2391 desirable

BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition

Authorised Person training

First Aid qualification

CSCS card

IOSH – Managing Safety

Microsoft Office skills

Job description

re you an experienced electrical professional ready to take ownership of electrical safety on high-value projects and help shape best-practice procedures?

Do you want a high-responsibility, safety-critical role where your expertise has a real, tangible impact on project delivery and site safety?

About the Role

As an Authorised Person (Electrical), you will be responsible for the practical implementation and enforcement of electrical safety rules for systems under your control. You will exercise authority over electrical safety, assess and appoint competent personnel, issue safety documentation, and ensure all electrical work is carried out safely, compliantly, and efficiently.

This is a high-responsibility role with real impact—your decisions will keep both people and equipment safe while supporting critical project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure all personnel comply with electrical safety rules and procedures.

• Exercise sole responsibility for the safe control of electrical systems in your area.

• Assess, appoint, and supervise Competent Persons (Electrical).

• Issue, control, and withdraw electrical safety documents in line with procedures.

• Provide instruction and supervision for the safe operation of electrical equipment.

• Engage with project teams to ensure safe energisation and operational readiness.

• Report and escalate unsafe conditions, defects, or dangerous occurrences.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of electrical safety rules, permit systems, and isolation procedures.

• Authority and confidence to enforce compliance in safety-critical environments.

• Ability to assess competence and manage risk dynamically.

• Clear communication and assertive leadership skills.

Qualifications & Experience

• Completed recognised electrical apprenticeship or equivalent NVQ Level 3.

• City & Guilds 2365 or equivalent; 2391 (Electrical Testing & Inspection) desirable.

• BS 7671 IEE Wiring Regulations 18th Edition.

• Authorised Person training from a recognised provider.

• First Aid qualification (minimum one-day emergency first aid).

• Relevant CSCS card.

• IOSH – Managing Safety.

• Computer literate (Microsoft Office suite).

Previous experience in roles such as:

• Electrical Authorised Person

• Electrical Testing & Inspection

• Electrical Site Supervisor / Construction Manager

• Electrical Commissioning

Crown HouseTechnologies (Cht) is one of the UK's most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O’Rourke Group, and founded on more than 200 years of experience, we are a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider, supplying a complete Building Services package with communications, ICT, intelligent building, monitoring, BMS and the UK’s largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility - a 129,000 sq. ft factory - offering Off-site manufacturing and assembly for our digitally engineered modular MEICA packages.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.