Electrical Authorised Person - Europe

Position:
Authorised Person – Europe (Electrical).

Location:

Various Project Sites – Europe.

Reports to:

Senior Authorised Person / Control Engineer.

Jones Engineering is a leading engineering services company with a proven track record of high-quality, customer-focused project delivery for over 130 years. Our core divisions include Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sprinkler and Fire Protection. We offer competitive salaries, financial support for further training, CPD leading to chartered status, performance incentives and opportunities to progress your career with a world-class engineering contractor.

As an Authorised Person (AP), you will be responsible for ensuring safety from the electrical system during switching operations and for issuing safety documents in accordance with Jones Engineering Group’s Electrical Safety Rules. You will prepare, apply and maintain isolations, supervise working parties, and maintain safe working practices on electrical systems up to 33 kV.

• Carry out switching operations on systems within your level of authorisation.
• Apply isolations and safety precautions in accordance with written procedures.
• Prepare, issue, and cancel Safety Documents (e.g. LVPTW, LOA) where authorised.
• Supervise Competent Persons and working parties during electrical work.
• Conduct Prove Dead procedures before commencement of work.
• Ensure clear demarcation and identification of work areas.
• Liaise with the Control Engineer for release and restoration of systems.
• Maintain general safety in the vicinity of the workplace.
• Complete risk assessments and method statements for all work undertaken.
• Escalate hazards, defects, or breaches in process to the SAP or Control Engineer.

• Electrical trade background or relevant qualifications.
• Recognised AP training and written appointment by Authorising Engineer.
• Working knowledge of LV and HV switch gear, isolation principles, and safety protocols.
• Familiarity with operational safety documentation and standards (e.g. EN 50110-1).
• Proven ability to supervise teams and maintain procedural compliance.

We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, collaborating with industry leaders and contributing to a sustainable future. Our company values work-life balance and encourages professional growth through training and development programs.

Please note:

We are currently not accepting applications from agencies for this role at this time. We are an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply for roles.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries:
  Construction