Electrical Authorising Engineer responsible for electrical safety governance at Tokamak Energy. Maintaining compliance with safety regulations and overseeing electrical work protocols.
Responsibilities
Maintain, and audit the application of, the company’s Low Voltage Electrical Safety Policy.
Provide independent assurance to the company leadership team and directors on compliance with relevant legislation, including the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and adherence to BS 7671.
Deliver technical bulletins, toolbox talks and briefings, responding to incidents or observations, and keeping procedures aligned to current guidance and industry practice.
Present a consistent on-site presence for day-to-day oversight, inspections, and engagement with teams and contractors.
Maintain the assessment and appointment framework for personnel authorised to carry out electrical work, and administer records of appointed personnel.
Define training and re-assessment requirements for general staff, and electrical appointed persons.
Lead an audit programme, encompassing application of policy, safe systems of work, documentation, test and inspection, and contractor management.
Lead investigation into electrical incidents and near misses, identifying root causes and systemic improvements, and reporting findings and recommendations to the company leadership team and directors.
Act as the ultimate technical authority for matters of electrical safety in the course of LV design, installation, maintenance and operation.
Set minimum standards for signage and documentation, including schematics/schedules, test and inspection reports, and equipment manuals.
Advise on the control of contractor activities on site, including the authorisation of contractors to carry out electrical work.
Contribute to the development of high-voltage safety policy and practice.
Requirements
Degree/HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Recognised Authorising Engineer training and/or experience as an SAP(LV)
Proven experience managing electrical safe working practice in complex industrial/scientific environments.
Comprehensive knowledge of EAWR 1989 and BS 7671, and demonstrable experience of their implementation
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable design standards and codes
Skill as a communicator and facilitator who can confidently engage with technicians, engineers, contractors and senior stakeholders, exert appropriate authority, and constructively challenge unsafe practices.
An ability to translate electrical safety policies and legal / standards requirements into clear, practical instructions, guidance and training that are easily understood and applied by others at all levels.
Experience of maintaining authorisation frameworks for the appointment of personnel carrying out electrical work
Experience of HV safety management, and the development of HV safety controls and policy.
Experience of LV and HV power system protection.
Proficiency in use of AutoCAD or equivalent CAD software
Field experience of LV/HV power system commissioning, testing, and operation.
Familiarity with specialist power systems plant specific to the fusion industry.
Benefits
Salary dependent on skills and experience and will be discussed from the outset
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Discretionary 3-day festive break depending on business needs
Eligible for discretionary performance related bonus
Share options scheme
Pension scheme
Financial benefits – including; group life insurance, critical illness, health cash plan and discount scheme
Innovation and Merit bonuses
Investment in training and development to support career progression
Opportunity to work on and contribute to world class innovation
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