Authorised Person - Electrical

Location: UK (MOD Site)
Contract Type: Contract / Freelance
Duration: 6 months +
Rate: Competitive Day Rate
Security Clearance: Ability to obtain Basic Security Clearance required

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) to join a leading electrical contractor delivering the electrical package on a prestigious £8 million new-build office development located on a Ministry of Defence site.

This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in the safe management, coordination, and delivery of electrical works on a high-profile commercial construction project. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring all electrical systems are installed, commissioned, energised, and operated in accordance with current regulations, site procedures, and safe systems of work.

Due to the nature of the project, candidates must be eligible to obtain the required security clearance.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the designated Authorised Person (Electrical) for the project.
• Implement and manage safe systems of work relating to electrical installations and energisation activities.
• Issue, control, and manage Permit to Work documentation.
• Carry out switching operations and isolation procedures in accordance with site rules and electrical safety procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and electrical regulations.
• Coordinate with project managers, site managers, commissioning teams, and subcontractors.
• Review and approve RAMS, electrical procedures, and commissioning documentation.
• Monitor installation quality and ensure works are completed to specification and programme.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities.
• Attend client, contractor, and project coordination meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate records relating to permits, isolations, switching schedules, and authorisation activities.
• Promote a strong safety culture across the project team.

Requirements

• Proven experience working as an Authorised Person (Electrical) on commercial, industrial, defence, healthcare, data centre, or major construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of HV/LV electrical systems and safe isolation procedures.
• Experience managing Permit to Work systems and electrical safety documentation.
• Sound understanding of BS 7671 and current electrical regulations.
• Experience supporting commissioning and energisation activities.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary construction environment.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Qualifications

• AP Electrical certification or equivalent recognised authorisation.
• City & Guilds electrical qualifications.
• 18th Edition Wiring Regulations.
• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electrical Engineering.
• SMSTS or SSSTS.
• First Aid qualification.
• Previous experience working on MOD, defence, government, or secure sites.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on a high-profile £8 million commercial development.
• Competitive rates.
• Collaborative project team environment.
• Immediate start available for the right candidate.