Earthing Control Person

Summary The Earthing Control Person (ECP) is responsible for the management and control of Impressed Voltage Drain Earthing (IVDE) systems on site, ensuring strict compliance with safety standards and project requirements. This role is vital for maintaining electrical safety during construction, testing, and maintenance activities, particularly on National Grid and other high-voltage projects. The ECP plans and coordinates IVDE activities, manages risk assessments related to impressed voltage, and maintains accurate documentation and registers for IVDE equipment.

The role also involves equipment inspection, procurement, and storage, as well as verifying authorisations and delivering training to maintain competency. The ECP reports to the Authorising Manager and works closely with site teams to ensure safe working practices and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities Develop and present a four-week look-ahead programme at weekly site meetings. Ensure all risk assessments, method statements, permits, and inspection forms address Impressed Voltage risks and controls. Record and manage Impressed Voltage issues discussed in weekly SR163 meetings. Conduct risk assessments for work activities involving potential exposure to Impressed Voltage. Prepare and maintain IVDE schedules, registers, and supporting documentation with unique identification for all items.

Issue, transfer, and cancel IVDE schedules, maintaining accurate site records. Oversee procurement, secure storage, and inspection of IVDEs, FEEs, and related equipment, implementing quarterly maintenance processes. Verify EAP authorisation and explain relevant documentation at the point of work. Maintain role authorisation through mandatory National Grid training and refresher courses every 12 months. Essential Qualifications & Experience Minimum 5 years continuous experience in Electrical Site Supervisory or Construction Manager roles, or as a Senior Authorised Person under Laing O'Rourke M&E Safety Rules or equivalent.

Valid National Grid Competent Person Authorisation. IOSH Managing Safely or NG SR163 SIS M&E PC Representative Authorisation. Completed Impressed Voltage Drain Earthing (ECP/EAP) course (Kefax or equivalent). Valid Authorised Person qualification. Valid First Aid certification. Assessed and appointed in writing by the Authorising Manager. Desirable Skills Strong understanding of electrical safety rules and procedures. Ability to manage complex documentation and compliance processes.

Excellent communication and coordination skills. Training Requirements IVDE refresher training every 12 months. Maintain all time-bound authorisations and certifications. Skills Electrical site supervision and construction management Impressed Voltage Drain Earthing (IVDE) knowledge Risk assessment and method statement development Safety compliance and incident management Documentation control and register maintenance Equipment inspection and maintenance Authorised Person verification and training Strong communication and coordination National Grid safety standards familiarity First Aid certified