Senior LV Electrical Specialist – Healthcare Infra Leader

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Electrical Technical Specialist to lead low voltage electrical operations, apply Electrical Safety Rules and act as Authorised Person (Low Voltage). You will oversee LV distribution, standby generation, and safety documentation.

Based in Blackpool, the role requires independent control of LV systems, risk assessments, permits to work, and coordination with contractors to safeguard patient safety and service continuity.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competence for LV electrical work and authorisation as Authorised Person (Low Voltage).
• Knowledge of HTM 06-01, HTM 06-02, Electricity at Work Regulations, BS 7671 and related guidance.
• Ability to prepare safety programmes, permits-to-work, and risk assessments.

Responsibilities

• Exercise operational control of LV electrical systems and ensure safe operation and testing.
• Authorise safety documents, permits-to-work, isolation certificates and related paperwork.
• Lead planned shutdowns, emergency switching, and restoration of electrical supplies.
• Assess and supervise Competent Persons and contractors; maintain records.

Job description

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Electrical Technical Specialist to lead low voltage electrical operations, apply Electrical Safety Rules and act as Authorised Person (Low Voltage). You will oversee LV distribution, standby generation, and safety documentation.

Based in Blackpool, the role requires independent control of LV systems, risk assessments, permits to work, and coordination with contractors to safeguard patient safety and service continuity.