LV Authorised Person (AP) - Electrical (Subcontractor Oversight)

LV Authorised Person (AP) Electrical (Subcontractor Oversight)
Location: Reading (University Project)
Salary: £65,000 £75,000 + package

Take ownership of LV electrical assurance on a major university project. This is a unique AP role focused on managing and overseeing subcontractors rather than carrying out testing yourself. You ll play a critical role in ensuring compliance, safety, and quality across all LV installations acting as the technical authority on-site and safeguarding standards in a high-profile live environment.

• Oversee and manage subcontractor testing teams on LV installations
• Act as Authorised Person, issuing permits and managing isolations (LOTO procedures)
• Witness testing and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with standards
• Review and verify all test results, escalating issues outside acceptable parameters
• Manage and maintain project documentation, including test records and electronic folders
• Coordinate fixed wiring, earthing, and modular wiring testing activities
• Inspect installations and switchgear for compliance with BS7671 and project requirements
• Manage project schematics, gateway trackers, and handover documentation
• Ensure correct protective device settings and verify torque levels to manufacturer standards
• Issue inspection reports, snag lists, and non-compliance notices
• Liaise with project teams to ensure timely close-out of defects and issues
• Support client witnessing and contribute to final certification (e.g. NICEIC)
• Coordinate requests for power, isolations, and associated documentation
• Maintain security and control of areas under your responsibility
• Work flexibly, including out-of-hours where required to meet project deadlines

• Proven experience in LV electrical testing, commissioning, or AP roles
• Strong knowledge of BS7671, GN3, and electrical safety procedures (including LOTO)
• Experience managing subcontractors and overseeing testing activities
• Understanding of PME procedures and electrical compliance standards
• Ability to review technical documentation, test results, and schematics accurately
• Confident coordinating with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills

This role offers strong site influence, technical responsibility, and the opportunity to play a key part in delivering a complex, high-value education project without being hands-on with testing.