Senior Electrical Authorised Person
King and Moffatt · Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Operating for over 45 years, King & Moffatt Building Services provide complete Mechanical and Electrical services across all sectors of the construction industry including Industrial, Logistics, Food, Pharmaceutical, Data Centre, Mining, Healthcare, Commercial, Hotel & Leisure, High-End Residential, Public, and Energy.
From design stage to the installation and the ongoing maintenance of their facilities, our valued and highly skilled workforce provide our clients with an efficient, reliable and best in class service.
A Deloitte Best Managed Company Award winner for eight years running, we pride ourselves on being a full building services solutions provider and have successfully delivered multiple large-scale projects in Ireland, the UK & mainland Europe.
This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the electrical Safe System of Work, managing a team of Authorised Persons (LV), controlling electrical permits and switching activities, and ensuring the highest standards of electrical safety are maintained across site operations. The role acts as the senior site representative for LV electrical safety and works closely with the Authorising Engineer, project delivery teams, commissioning managers, and client stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical Safety Leadership
- Lead, coach, and coordinate Authorised Persons (LV) across the project.
- Ensure consistent application of Electrical Safety Rules and Procedures.
- Act as the senior point of contact for LV electrical safety matters.
- Promote a strong culture of safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Permit to Work & Electrical Control
- Oversee the management of Permits to Work, Sanctions to Test, Standing Instructions, and Authorities for Access.
- Prepare and approve Safety Programmes for complex and high-risk electrical activities.
- Coordinate live permits and electrical works to prevent conflicts and ensure safe execution.
- Authorise electrical work, testing, switching, and energisation activities.
Isolation, Switching & Energisation
- Manage electrical isolation, proving dead, lock-off, and earthing activities.
- Control all LV energisation and de-energisation operations.
- Ensure installations are fully inspected, tested, and approved before energisation.
- Maintain accurate switching records and operating documentation.
Compliance & Audits
- Conduct audits and reviews of electrical safety documentation and site practices.
- Ensure compliance with company procedures and statutory regulations.
- Lead investigations into electrical incidents, near misses, and dangerous occurrences.
- Support internal and external safety audits and implement corrective actions.
People Development
- Mentor and develop Authorised Persons, AP Designates, and Skilled Persons.
- Assess competence and identify training requirements.
- Support succession planning and ongoing development of electrical safety personnel.
Essential
- Recognised Electrical Qualification (NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds 2360/2365/5357 or equivalent).
- Current BS7671 (18th Edition) qualification.
- Current or previous appointment as an Electrical Authorised Person, or demonstrable capability to operate at Senior AP level.
- Strong experience working on LV electrical distribution systems within commercial, industrial, data centre, pharmaceutical, or building services environments.
- Extensive experience operating Permit to Work and Sanction to Test systems.
- Strong knowledge of Electricity at Work Regulations, BS7671, and electrical safe systems of work.
- Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, electrical schematics, and switching schedules.
- Proven leadership experience managing electrical teams and safety processes.
- Excellent communication, planning, and decision-making skills.
Desirable
- HV Switching Experience or HV Authorised Person status.
- HNC, HND, or Degree in Electrical Engineering or Building Services.
- SMSTS, SSSTS, and CSCS certification.
- First Aid qualification.
- Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Industrial, Healthcare, Defence, or Critical Infrastructure project experience.
- Membership of the IET or equivalent professional institution.
Having an inclusive and flexible culture helps the business continue to grow as a strong, dynamic and innovative organisation.
As well as being supported and encouraged to develop your career here at King and Moffatt, we also offer the following:
- Competitive salary
- Professional Development support
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health and Wellness programs
At King and Moffatt, we believe in the power of diversity and inclusion to drive innovation, creativity, and success. We are committed to creating a workplace where all employees feel welcomed, valued, and respected regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, or any other dimension of diversity. We strive to build a culture that celebrates differences, encourages open dialogue, and promotes equal opportunities for growth and advancement. By embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive environment, we not only strengthen our organisation but also enrich the lives of our employees and the communities we serve