Senior Authorising Engineer (Electrical)

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Authorising Engineer to oversee health and safety compliance across multiple accounts in London. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a matrix organization, ensuring the highest standards of safety and engineering excellence. You will collaborate with diverse teams, lead mentoring initiatives, and play a key role in shaping engineering standards. If you are passionate about making a difference in the workplace and advancing your career within a leading facility management company, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Authorising Engineer with a focus on Electrical/Mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of health and safety standards and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Promote health and safety across all sites and ensure compliance.
• Lead and mentor teams on Safe Systems of Work compliance.
• Document and communicate deviations from industry standards.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Health and Safety Compliance

Team Leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Senior Authorising Engineer (Electrical), London

Client: ISS

Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 8623bafbb07f

Job Views: 3

Posted: 02.05.2025

Expiry Date: 16.06.2025

Job Description

These roles will work across two major segments, each containing multiple accounts representing contrasting client needs and ways of working: one in Healthcare using HTM, and the other in JSP 375. Applicants should have knowledge of both standards.

The accounts are complex, with large dedicated engineering teams and various internal and external stakeholders. The SAE must be highly technical yet capable of effective collaboration within a matrix organization.

Each account has its own engineering resources and leadership team at different lifecycle stages. These new roles reflect business growth and offer an excellent opportunity for career progression to SAE level, including the chance to craft engineering standards across multiple accounts and work with SMEs for a world-class employer committed to advancing as a cutting-edge Hard FM provider.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote and ensure the highest levels of health and safety across sites
• Ensure statutory, mandatory, and contractual compliance for a Safe System of Work
• Set Safe System of Work requirements for high-risk activities
• Interview, assess, and appoint authorized persons in line with company policies
• Lead and mentor teams of authorized persons on Safe Systems of Work compliance
• Define responsibilities and maintain a register of authorized persons
• Report deficiencies in trained personnel to management
• Document and communicate any deviations from industry and company guidance

Professional and Personal Competencies/Qualifications

• AE experience with an Electrical/Mechanical bias

The Company

ISS is a world-leading workplace and facility management company dedicated to connecting people and places to improve the world of work. We understand every aspect of the user experience and are committed to doing business responsibly. Our passion is people, and we offer a challenging and rewarding career in a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and make a difference.