Senior Authorised Person – Data Centre Programme

In this role you lead electrical safety governance on a major Frankfurt data centre project, enforcing the ESSoW across high- and low-voltage systems. You act as the on-site safety interface, validating energisation plans, permits, and commissioning readiness. You will drive hazard control, LOTO,PTW and signage, while coordinating with project and commissioning teams. This is a high-impact position within a safety-focused, senior leadership context on a critical infrastructure programme.

• base salary 95,000 – 100,000
• living allowance 35,000
• accommodation provided
• rotation package
• travel support
• senior leadership safety position

• Oversee live and potentially live electrical systems under control
• Implement and audit Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
• Manage Electrical Safety Permit to Work (PTW) system
• Plan, draft, and approve HV/MV/LV switching schedules
• Enforce arc flash mitigation and PPE compliance
• Identify electrical hazards and implement corrective actions
• Serve as the primary electrical safety interface on the project
• Coordinate electrical safety communications, signage, and notices
• Provide system status updates to project and commissioning teams
• Attend site, planning, engineering and handover meetings

• Qualified Electrician (National Craft Certificate or Level 6+ equivalent)
• HV & LV Authorised Person certification within last 2 years
• 10–15 years’ experience on large-scale electrical infrastructure projects
• Strong HV/MV/LV switching and energisation experience
• Data centre, DNO/IDNO, grid or power generation background
• Proven commissioning and testing experience
• Strong knowledge of German electrical regulations (VDE compliant)
• Leadership experience managing subcontractors and high-risk activities

• leadership
• communication
• stakeholder management
• HV/MV/LV switching
• energisation planning
• LOTO