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HV Authorising Engineer – Contract – M25 Corridor Data Centres / Private Networks – Hybrid - ASAP start
I’m working with an established HV engineering contractor looking to appoint an Authorising Engineer to support electrical safety across a programme of data centre projects.
The role will involve implementing approved electrical safety rules, reviewing contractor arrangements and ensuring personnel have the competence and authorisations required to carry out their duties safely.
The role will involve:
- Implementing electrical safety rules, policies and safe systems of work across multiple data centre sites.
- Reviewing subcontractors’ electrical safety arrangements to ensure they meet or exceed the principal contractor’s requirements.
- Carrying out site visits and audits across Hayes, Acton, Hampshire, and Bristol.
- Assessing electrical personnel and supporting staff authorisations within the agreed remit.
- Identifying training needs and recommending appropriate development.
- Reviewing working practices and recommending improvements to electrical safety.
- Preparing reports covering findings, compliance, and corrective actions.
- Supporting additional projects as required.
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Experience:
- Proven experience as an HV Authorising Engineer or an experienced HV Senior Authorised Person.
- Strong knowledge of electrical safety rules, HV operations, safety documentation, and safe systems of work.
- Experience across data centres, private networks, DNOs, or similar HV environments.
- Experience reviewing procedures, assessing competence, or auditing electrical working practices.
- Ability to produce clear reports and advise site teams and management.
- DNO experience would be beneficial.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the project locations.
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Contract details:
- Competitive day rate
- 6 month contract
- Monday to Friday.
- Hybrid working, combining site visits, reporting from home, and occasional central London office attendance.
- Site attendance dependent on project requirements.
- Agreed travel between sites and parking expenses covered.
- Start date to be confirmed.
If you’re an Authorising Engineer or an experienced SAP with a strong electrical safety background, please get in touch to discuss the opportunity and send your CV to josie.wade@hunterphiips.com
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