Authorised Person – Sustainable Energy Projects – London - UK - 70,000 – 80,000 +bonus + pension + training + progression - LJB Recruitment
hace 2 días
London
Job ID: authorised-person-sustainable-energy-projects-londonPosted: 2026-03-24Location: UK, London, UKSalary: GBP 70,000 – 80,000 +bonus + pension + training + progressionEmployment Type: PermanentCompany: LJB & CoAuthorised Person – Sustainable Energy Projects – London70,000 – 80,000 + Package | Permanent | Site-BasedA specialist energy contractor, part of one of the UK's most respected MEP groups, is seeking an Authorised Person (AP) – Electrical to join its growing delivery team in London. This is a permanent role with a hybrid setup across their head office and energy project sites.Working as the senior electrical lead on live CHP, heat network, and distributed energy projects, you’ll act as the point of control for safe energisation, LV systems commissioning, and operational readiness across a diverse project portfolio.This is a technically stimulating role for someone who wants to play a critical part in the UK's low-carbon energy transition — ideal for an engineer with electrical safety authorisation or AP experience looking to step up.Key Responsibilities:Serve as Authorised Person for electrical systems — managing isolation, energisation, and permit-to-work proceduresTake lead responsibility for LV system safety, testing, and commissioning readiness across heat networks and energy centresDeliver electrical engineering input from concept design through to detailed install and system handoverAct as senior site-based engineer, reviewing installations, resolving site issues, and managing complianceWork closely with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure delivery meets performance and safety standardsUse Amtech and Excel to carry out cable sizing and distribution load calculationsEnsure all electrical installations meet IET Wiring Regs (BS7671), grid connection specs, and client requirementsInput into documentation, reporting, test packs, and final commissioning proceduresCoordinate with project management and design leads on scheduling and procurementUphold the business’s AP protocols, lockout/tagout procedures, and energisation approvalsCandidate Profile:Bachelor’s degree (Level 8 / Honours) in Electrical EngineeringMinimum 5 years’ electrical engineering experience, ideally in the energy, MEP, or utilities sectorsPrior experience working as an Authorised Person (or ready to be formally appointed)Strong knowledge of LV electrical infrastructure — including switchgear, UPS, PFCs, MDBs, cabling, and containmentExperience with cable sizing and electrical modelling (e.g. Amtech/Trimble)Familiar with control systems, BMS interfaces, and distributed energy networksGood command of MS Office; AutoCAD or Revit skills beneficialComfortable working across office and site environments with hands-on problem-solving abilityWhat’s on Offer:70,000 – 80,000 + full package (bonus, pension, training, progression)Permanent role with a small, agile, and forward-thinking energy contractorWork on sustainable heat networks, CHP systems, and major city-scale energy projectsCollaborative office environment with direct access to senior leadershipCareer progression into Senior AP / HV Authorisation / Engineering Management rolesPart of a stable and growing MEP group with decades of delivery experienceContribute to clean energy goals and decarbonisation of urban infrastructure