Authorised Person (Electrical) - Nuclear Project
AWE (Site-Based) | SC Clearance Required (DV desirable)
Competitive Rate/Outside IR35 + Expenses
The Opportunity
We're supporting a major nuclear programme and are looking for an experienced Authorised Person (Electrical) to take ownership of electrical safety across a complex, large-scale project.
This is a critical role at the heart of project delivery - ensuring safe systems of work, managing energisations and isolations, and driving compliance with nuclear licence conditions and project procedures.
If you're an established AP(E) who thrives in high-integrity environments and enjoys influencing teams across construction and commissioning, this is a standout opportunity.
What You'll Be Doing
As the Electrical AP, you'll be the focal point for electrical safety governance across the project. Key responsibilities include:
Managing and coordinating electrical safety in line with approved procedures
Overseeing isolations & energisations (including cross-boundary activities)
Reviewing and approving SSoW, energisation requests, and test documentation
Auditing Contractors' APs and carrying out site inspections
Acting as the interface between Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, QA, and the Client
Providing guidance and leadership to subcontractors and project teams
Supporting and coordinating the M&E Permit Office function
Ensuring a smooth transition from construction ? commissioning ? start-up
Training, assessing, and appointing Authorised Persons (E) and maintaining registers
Coordinating with utilities teams on HV energisations and shutdowns
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Proven experience as an Authorised Person (Electrical) on large-scale projects
Background in construction & commissioning environments
Strong understanding of:
HSAWA, EAWR, CDM Regulations
Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), safety cases, and risk management
17th/18th Edition IET Regulations
Electrical testing qualifications (2391 / 2394 & 2395)
AP(E) Training
SMSTS (or equivalent) + First Aid
Strong stakeholder management and communication skillsDesirable:
Experience in a nuclear licensed environment
Experience within an M&E Permit Office
Incorporated or Chartered Engineer status
HV/plant systems experience
Why This Role?
Work on a high-profile nuclear project with real impact
Be a key decision-maker in electrical safety and compliance
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams on a technically complex programme
Long-term opportunity with career-defining experience