Authorised Person
Authorised Person
Salary negotiable
Kickstart your career with a Tier-1 contractor on cutting-edge construction projects in Copenhagen. This Authorised Person internship offers hands-on experience in electrical safety and commissioning.
Key Highlights
- Gain hands-on experience with LV/MV systems
- Support safe switching and energisation procedures
- Contribute to electrical incident investigations
- Develop expertise in electrical safety regulations
Authorised Person — Role Overview
This internship provides an opportunity to gain practical experience as an Authorised Person, contributing to the safe energisation and isolation of electrical systems. You will support senior personnel in maintaining compliance and ensuring adherence to safety procedures on site.
Authorised Person — Responsibilities
As an Authorised Person Intern, you will:
- Become familiar with and enforce relevant SOPs, including Control of Hazardous Energies and Operating/Energisation Procedures.
- Adhere to Permit to Work and Lock-Out Tag-Out Procedures.
- Review and approve Sub-Contractor Electrical RAMS.
- Ensure all works are conducted according to client directives.
- Maintain operational control of LOTO systems and safe switching during commissioning.
- Ensure warning signs are in place and checked.
- Report electrical incidents to SAP and Energy Marshall.
- Assist Senior Authorised Persons in internal audits.
- Authorise Energisation and Isolation Requests within your nominated voltage range under supervision.
- Follow instructions from the Senior Authorised Person.
Authorised Person — Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a qualified electrician with a National Craft Certificate or equivalent.
- Possess an electrical award equivalent to Level 6 or higher on the National Framework of Qualifications.
- Understand and interpret project drawings (SLDs, Wiring Diagrams, schematics).
- Have a solid understanding of EN and local code Regulations.
- Be conversant with the latest local jurisdictional electrical regulations.
- Where required, have completed a recognised course in Verification, Testing and Certification.
- Be capable of performing testing (Insulation Resistance, Point to Point, grounding) and interpreting results.
- Be familiar with performing Live Dead Live testing.
- Demonstrate a history of delivering HV/MV Infrastructure projects, DC / DNO / IDNO / Power Generation (If being appointed as an Authorised Person for MV, be familiar with LV infrastructure and equipment if being nominated as an Authorised Person for LV)
Rewards & Package
Tier-1 contractor rates reflecting the specialist nature of this internship. Full international assignment support including accommodation arrangements, flight allowances, and visa sponsorship as required.
Comprehensive benefits package: company healthcare plan, pension scheme with employer contributions, and access to extensive training and professional development programmes. Full package details confirmed at offer stage.
About the Company
Our client is a major EPC contractor specializing in data centres, life sciences facilities, and fire protection systems across Europe.
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Frequently Asked Questions About This Authorised Person Role
What does a Authorised Person do in data centre construction?
A Authorised Person in data centre construction is responsible for delivering specialist work on Tier III and Tier IV facilities. Day-to-day tasks vary by project phase but typically involve coordination with MEP teams, quality assurance, and ensuring build standards meet client specifications.
How do I apply for this Authorised Person position?
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What salary can I expect for this role?
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About URecruit Global
URecruit Global is a specialist data centre construction recruitment agency serving the UK, Ireland, and Europe. Since 2010, we've completed 1,000+ placements across Tier III and Tier IV data centre builds with 500+ hiring partners. Our team guides you from application through to placement with expert support at every stage.