Senior HV Earthing & Safety Lead

Laing O'Rourke group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is searching for an Earthing Control Person to ensure high-voltage electrical risks are managed effectively on-site. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in relevant supervisory roles and hold necessary qualifications like National Grid Authorisation. This role involves planning IVDE activities and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, requiring strong communication and coordination skills, along with regular travel to project sites.

Benefits

Access support for candidates with disabilities

Training and progression opportunities

Impactful work within the UK's power network

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Electrical Site Supervisory / Construction Manager role.
• Valid National Grid Competent Person Authorisation required.
• IOSH Managing Safely or NG SR163 SIS M&E PC Representative Authorisation needed.
• Completed Impressed Voltage Drain Earthing (ECP/EAP) course (Kefax or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate Impressed Voltage Drain Earthing (IVDE) activities.
• Ensure risk assessments and method statements reference Impressed Voltage risks.
• Prepare and maintain IVDE schedules and registers.
• Manage procurement, inspection, and maintenance of IVDE equipment.

Skills

Electrical safety rules

Complex documentation management

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Education

Valid Authorised Person qualification

First Aid certification

Tools

IVDE equipment

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is searching for an Earthing Control Person to ensure high-voltage electrical risks are managed effectively on-site. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in relevant supervisory roles and hold necessary qualifications like National Grid Authorisation. This role involves planning IVDE activities and ensuring compliance with safety regulations, requiring strong communication and coordination skills, along with regular travel to project sites.