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Jones Lang LaSalle

Advises on and manages commercial real estate

High Voltage/Low Voltage Authorised Person

Facilities ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeLondon, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • HV Authorised Person certification, typically at 11kV or 33kV.
  • LV Authorised Person certification.
  • Current BS 7671 (18th Edition) qualification.
  • City & Guilds 2391 (Inspection and Testing) or equivalent.
  • Level 3 Electrical Installation or equivalent.
  • At least 5 years of experience with HV/LV systems.
  • Proven experience managing building shutdowns and Fixed Wire Testing programs.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the designated Authorised Person under BS 7671 and the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989.
  • Issue, authorize, and close Permits to Work 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 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.
  • Lead emergency response for electrical incidents and faults.
  • Plan and coordinate annual building electrical shutdowns across the UK portfolio.
  • Develop shutdown schedules in consultation with clients and stakeholders.
  • Coordinate with landlords on building-wide shutdown requirements and timings.
  • Create switching schedules and isolation sequences for shutdown periods.
  • Liaise with site teams, Engineering Managers, and operations to minimize business disruption.
  • Schedule and coordinate electrical maintenance, testing, and upgrade works during shutdowns.
  • Manage contractor resources and activities during shutdown periods.
  • Conduct pre-shutdown risk assessments and approve method statements.
  • Oversee commissioning and re-energization procedures after shutdowns.
  • Produce shutdown reports documenting completed work and identified issues.
  • Ensure statutory and compliance activities are completed during shutdown windows.
  • Own and manage the UK Fixed Wire Testing (Periodic Inspection) program.
  • Maintain a database of Fixed Wire Testing requirements across the UK portfolio.
  • Schedule and coordinate Fixed Wire Testing in accordance with BS 7671 requirements.
  • 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 C1 and C2 observations are actioned immediately and track remediation of C3 observations.
  • Maintain audit-ready records of 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.
  • Own and manage the UK Portable Appliance Testing program.
  • Maintain an asset register of portable electrical equipment requiring PAT testing.
  • Schedule PAT testing according to risk-based frequencies.
  • Procure and manage PAT testing contractors or in-house PAT testing resources.
  • Ensure equipment is 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 the UK portfolio.
  • Ensure client-owned and JLL-owned equipment is tested appropriately.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for UK electrical technical issues.
  • Provide 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 on supply issues.
  • Liaise with electrical equipment manufacturers and specialist contractors.
  • Provide electrical technical input for new-contract business development.
  • Represent JLL on client electrical safety committees and technical forums.
  • Maintain technical standards and specifications for electrical works.
  • 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 statutory inspections, including thermographic surveys, oil analysis, and relay testing, are completed.
  • Maintain single-line diagrams, switching schedules, and operational procedures.
  • Monitor power quality, harmonics, and system efficiency.
  • 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.
  • Maintain records of permits issued and electrical works.
  • Document electrical incidents, near misses, and investigations.
  • Maintain 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 the repository of electrical test certificates and inspection reports.
  • Maintain an accurate asset register for HV/LV equipment.
  • Ensure electrical works and compliance data are recorded in the Corrigo/CAFM system.
  • Train and mentor Competent Persons and electrical technicians.
  • Promote electrical safety across UK engineering teams.
  • Deliver toolbox talks on electrical safety topics.
  • Assess team members' competency for electrical works.
  • Conduct electrical safety inductions for new starters and contractors.
  • Share technical knowledge and lessons learned from incidents.

Desired Qualifications

  • HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering.
  • IEng or EngTech professional registration with the IET.
  • Arc Flash and thermographic surveying certification.
  • Multi-site portfolio management experience.
  • Proficiency with CAFM systems such as Corrigo or Maximo.
  • IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.

About the Company

Jones Lang LaSalle

Advises on and manages commercial real estate

Jones Lang LaSalle, known as JLL, advises property owners, occupiers and investors on commercial real estate worldwide. Its teams broker leases and property sales, arrange financing, value assets, manage buildings and workplaces, and oversee construction projects for businesses, institutions and governments. LaSalle Investment Management invests client capital in private property and real estate securities, while JLL Technologies develops workplace software and data tools. The company earns commissions, service fees, investment management fees and software revenue, with some client operating costs reimbursed through contracts. JLL took its current form through a 1999 merger and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Founded
1999

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