UK High Voltage (HV) / Low Voltage (LV) Authorised Person

Electrical Safety & Permitting (Critical Function)
Act as designated Authorised Person under BS 7671 and Electricity at Work Regulations 1989
Issue, authorize, and close Permits to Work (PTW) for electrical isolation and maintenance activities
Perform safe isolation of HV and LV electrical systems following approved procedures
Implement and verify Lock-Off Tag-Out (LOTO) procedures for electrical equipment
Conduct pre-work safety briefings with contractors and internal teams
Perform authorized switching operations on HV and LV switchgear
Create and approve electrical Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS)
Lead emergency response for electrical incidents and faults
Annual Building Shutdowns (Full Ownership)
Plan and coordinate all annual building electrical shutdowns across UK portfolio
Develop comprehensive shutdown schedules in consultation with clients and stakeholders
Coordinate with Landlord (LL) on building-wide shutdown requirements and timings
Create detailed switching schedules and isolation sequences for shutdown periods
Liaise with site teams, Engineering Managers, and operations to minimize business disruption
Schedule and coordinate all electrical maintenance, testing, and upgrade works during shutdowns
Manage contractor resources and activities during shutdown periods
Conduct pre-shutdown risk assessments and method statement approvals
Oversee commissioning and re-energization procedures post-shutdown
Produce shutdown reports documenting all works completed and any issues identified
Ensure all statutory and compliance activities are completed during shutdown windows
Fixed Wire Testing Program (Full Ownership)
Own and manage the UK Fixed Wire Testing (Periodic Inspection) program
Maintain comprehensive database of all Fixed Wire Testing requirements across UK portfolio
Schedule and coordinate Fixed Wire Testing in accordance with BS 7671 requirements (typically 3-5 year cycles)
Procure and manage relationships with NICEIC/NAPIT approved contractors
Review and approve Fixed Wire Testing reports and certificates
Identify and prioritize remedial works arising from Fixed Wire Testing
Ensure all C1 (Danger) and C2 (Potentially Dangerous) observations are actioned immediately
Track remediation of C3 (Improvement Recommended) observations
Maintain audit-ready records of all Fixed Wire Testing certificates and remedial works
Report Fixed Wire Testing compliance status to senior management and clients
Manage budgets for Fixed Wire Testing and associated remedial works
PAT Testing Program (Full Ownership)
Own and manage the UK Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) program
Maintain comprehensive asset register of all portable electrical equipment requiring PAT testing
Schedule PAT testing in accordance with risk-based frequencies (typically 6-24 months)
Procure and manage PAT testing contractors or in-house PAT testing resources
Ensure all equipment is appropriately labelled and tracked
Review PAT testing failure rates and identify trends
Manage disposal or repair of failed equipment
Maintain audit-ready PAT testing records and certificates
Report PAT testing compliance status across UK portfolio
Ensure client-owned and JLL-owned equipment is tested appropriately
UK Electrical Technical Leadership
Serve as primary Point of Contact (POC) for all UK electrical technical issues
Provide expert technical guidance to UK engineering teams on HV/LV matters
Support complex electrical fault diagnosis and resolution across UK sites
Lead electrical incident investigations and implement preventive measures
Review and approve electrical design modifications and upgrade proposals
Coordinate with Distribution Network Operators (DNO) on supply issues
Liaise with electrical equipment manufacturers and specialist contractors
Support business development with electrical technical input for new contracts
Represent JLL on client electrical safety committees and technical forums
Maintain technical standards and specifications for electrical works
HV/LV System Management & Operations
Monitor HV and LV electrical distribution systems for faults, alarms, and performance
Oversee statutory and preventive maintenance of HV/LV equipment
Plan and execute switching schedules to minimize disruption
Investigate electrical faults and implement corrective actions
Conduct regular inspections of HV/LV switchgear, transformers, and distribution boards
Ensure all statutory inspections completed (thermographic surveys, oil analysis, relay testing)
Maintain single-line diagrams, switching schedules, and operational procedures
Monitor power quality, harmonics, and system efficiency
Contractor & Vendor Management
Verify electrical contractor competencies and qualifications
Supervise and monitor contractor electrical works for safety and quality
Conduct detailed permit briefings with contractors
Review and approve contractor method statements and risk assessments
Verify and approve electrical test certificates and compliance documentation
Coordinate with equipment manufacturers and specialist contractors
Monitor contractor performance during shutdowns and major works
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain comprehensive records of all permits issued and electrical works
Document electrical incidents, near misses, and investigations
Maintain detailed logs of switching operations and system changes
Produce reports on electrical safety compliance and statutory testing
Track and report electrical system performance and reliability
Manage repository of electrical test certificates and inspection reports
Maintain accurate asset register for all HV/LV equipment
Ensure all electrical works and compliance data recorded in Corrigo/CAFM system
Training & Team Development
Train and mentor Competent Persons (CP) and electrical technicians
Champion electrical safety culture across UK engineering teams
Deliver regular toolbox talks on electrical safety topics
Assess competency of team members for electrical works
Conduct electrical safety inductions for new starters and contractors
Share technical knowledge and lessons learned from incidents

HV Authorised Person certification (typically 11kV or 33kV)
LV Authorised Person certification
BS 7671 (18th Edition) qualified and current
City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection and Testing) or equivalent
Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent
Minimum 5 years' experience with HV/LV systems
Proven experience managing building shutdowns and Fixed Wire Testing programs
Desirable
HNC/HND Electrical Engineering
IEng or EngTech professional registration (IET)
Arc Flash and thermographic surveying certification
Multi-site portfolio management experience
CAFM system proficiency (Corrigo, Maximo)
IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent

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Years of Experience: 5+ Years
Role Overview
The UK HV/LV Authorised Person is a critical safety and technical role responsible for the safe operation, isolation, and management of High Voltage (HV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems across JLL-managed UK facilities. This position holds full ownership of Fixed Wire Testing and PAT Testing programs, manages all annual building shutdowns, and serves as the primary electrical technical expert and point of contact for all UK electrical matters., Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLLs recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely.