Authorised Person (Electrical) - Nuclear Project
AWE (Site-Based) | SC Clearance Required (DV desirable)
Competitive Rate/Salary + Long-Term Project
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
* 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 stakeholder management and communication skills
* Strong understanding of:
o HSAWA, EAWR, CDM Regulations
o Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), safety cases, and risk management
o 17th/18th Edition IET Regulations
o Electrical testing qualifications (2391 / 2394 & 2395)
o AP(E) Training
o SMSTS (or equivalent) + First Aid
Desirable:
* 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
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