Authorising Engineer
1 day ago
Birmingham
Job Title: Authorising Engineer (Electrical)A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Location: Midlands Extensive travel required for this role Salary: £50,000 £58,000 + £3,600 Car Allowance Contract: Permanent, Full TimeWe are currently recruiting for an experienced Authorising Engineer (Electrical) to provide technical leadership and compliance assurance across a large, complex estate.This is a home-based role with significant national travel, covering sites from the South Coast through to Newcastle, so candidates must be comfortable travelling extensively and working independently across multiple locations.Travel expenses are paid from your home address, and the successful candidate will ideally be based in the Midlands or surrounding areas to allow effective coverage of the portfolio.The RoleAs an Authorising Engineer (Electrical), you will provide technical oversight and assurance for electrical systems and Safe Systems of Work across the estate, ensuring compliance with JSP375 and associated electrical safety regulations.You will work closely with operational teams and senior stakeholders to ensure electrical infrastructure is managed safely and that operational procedures are consistently applied.Key responsibilities include:Providing technical guidance and oversight to Authorised Persons (APs) responsible for electrical systemsAuditing compliance with Safe Systems of Work and JSP375 proceduresConducting site inspections, risk assessments and technical auditsProducing audit reports and recommending corrective actionsSupporting the investigation of incidents and dangerous occurrences related to permit-to-work systemsAdvising on the application of JSP375 during new works, project delivery and system modificationsProviding technical input during commissioning and project integration activitiesSupporting the appointment, training and competence assessment of Authorised PersonsMaintaining records of AP authorisations and operational competenceAdvising senior management on technical compliance and safety risksCandidate RequirementsDue to the nature of the role, ONLY candidates who are Chartered or Incorporated Engineers will be considered.Essential requirements:Chartered Engineer (CEng) or Incorporated Engineer (IEng) statusStrong electrical engineering background (electrical bias essential)Significant experience working within Safe Systems of WorkDemonstrable knowledge and experience of JSP375Experience with high voltage electrical infrastructure xjlbheb up to 33kVStrong working knowledge of relevant standards including:BS 7671ESQCRBS EN 50522Understanding of arc flash and incident energy riskExperience auditing and supporting operational engineering teamsFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationallyDesirable experience:Interpreting protection and grading studiesReviewing substation designsKnowledge of hazardous area standards such as BS EN 60079Whats On OfferSalary: £50,000 - £58,000£3,600 Car AllowanceHome-based roleTravel expenses paid from home address6% matched pension contributionPrivate medical coverLife assurance (2x salary)Additional employee benefits platform