Overview
Electrical Authorising Engineer - (Wastewater Treatment Projects)
About Us: Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formally Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, Affinity Water and United Utilities. Glanua is committed to solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We value safety, innovation, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion, and we support the development and growth of our people across Ireland and the UK.
The Role: The Electrical Authorising Engineer (AAE) is responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient management of all electrical systems across Glanua UK projects and operational sites. The role involves oversight of the electrical safety management system, authorisation of competent personnel, and approval of electrical safety procedures in line with statutory regulations and company standards.
Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with UK electrical regulations (e.g. BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, and HSE guidance) as well as Glanua’s internal electrical safety policies and procedures.
- Manage and oversee the appointment and authorisation of competent electrical personnel, ensuring consistent assessment, training, and maintenance of authorisation records.
- Review and approve electrical Safe Systems of Work (SSoW), including but not limited to: Permits to Work, isolation procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.
- Provide expert technical oversight for the design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of both low voltage (LV) and high voltage (HV) electrical systems.
- Support the safe and timely delivery of electrical aspects of projects, working closely with project managers, site engineers, and subcontractors to ensure statutory and client requirements are met.
- Lead or contribute to the investigation of electrical incidents or near misses, ensuring effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventative actions.
- Promote a strong culture of electrical safety across all Glanua UK sites by delivering toolbox talks, mentoring staff, and participating in safety forums and reviews.
- Conduct regular audits and inspections of electrical works and authorised personnel to ensure ongoing compliance with authorisation procedures and company standards.
- Maintain and update all electrical safety documentation, including policies, authorisation records, training logs, and operational procedures.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and regulatory bodies to demonstrate compliance and continuous improvement in electrical safety performance.
- Monitor changes in electrical legislation, industry best practices, and emerging technologies to keep Glanua’s electrical safety practices current and effective.
What we offer you
- The opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organization.
- Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Competitive base salary with annual salary reviews.
- A company laptop and phone.
- Access to EAP – 24/7 365 days confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.
Salary
Negotiable
Qualifications
- Experience with UK electrical regulations and standards (e.g., BS 7671, Electricity at Work Regulations 1989).
- Ability to authorise competent electrical personnel and maintain authorisation records.
- Knowledge of design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance of LV and HV electrical systems.
- Strong commitment to electrical safety, incident investigation, and continuous improvement.
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