Senior LV Electrical AP | Safety & Permits Leader

King-and-Moffatt; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development support

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness programs

Job summary

King & Moffatt Building Services is seeking a senior electrical safety lead to oversee the Safe System of Work for LV projects. You will lead Authorised Persons, manage permits, and ensure robust electrical safety across on-site operations.

The role requires extensive LV experience, a recognised electrical qualification, and strong leadership capabilities to mentor teams and drive a culture of safety and compliance throughout projects across sectors in the UK.

Qualifications

• Recognised Electrical Qualification at NVQ 3 or equivalent.
• Current or previous AP role or capability to operate at Senior AP level.
• Experience with LV electrical distribution in commercial/industrial/data centre environments.
• Extensive experience with Permit to Work and Sanction to Test systems.
• Knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations and BS7671.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and coordinate Authorised Persons (LV) across the project.
• Ensure consistent application of Electrical Safety Rules and Procedures.
• Act as the senior point of contact for LV electrical safety matters.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee the management of Permits to Work, Sanctions to Test, Standing Instructions, and Authorities for Access.
• Prepare and approve Safety Programmes for complex high-risk electrical activities.
• Coordinate live permits and electrical works to prevent conflicts and ensure safe execution.
• Authorise electrical work, testing, switching, and energisation activities.
• Manage electrical isolation, proving dead, lock-off, and earthing activities.
• Control LV energisation/de-energisation operations; ensure proper documentation.
• Ensure installations are inspected, tested, and approved before energisation.
• Maintain accurate switching records and operating documentation.
• Conduct audits/reviews of electrical safety documentation and site practices.
• Lead investigations into electrical incidents and near-misses; support audits and corrective actions.
• Mentor APs, AP Designates, and Skilled Persons; assess competence and training needs.
• Support succession planning and ongoing development of electrical safety personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical safety leadership

Permits to Work

LV electrical distribution

BS7671/EIE Regulations

Reading diagrams/switching schedules

Communication/coordination

HV Switching Experience

People development

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds 2360/2365/5357 or equivalent

HNC/HND or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services

SMSTS/SSSTS & CSCS certification

IET membership or equivalent

Job description

King & Moffatt Building Services is seeking a senior electrical safety lead to oversee the Safe System of Work for LV projects. You will lead Authorised Persons, manage permits, and ensure robust electrical safety across on-site operations.

The role requires extensive LV experience, a recognised electrical qualification, and strong leadership capabilities to mentor teams and drive a culture of safety and compliance throughout projects across sectors in the UK.