Location: London, UK
Job Purpose
Datalec Precision Installations (DPI) is a leading provider of data centre design, supply, build, and managed services. We are committed to delivering seamless and integrated solutions for data centre operators worldwide. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service and excellence in every project we undertake.
We are seeking an HV Electrical Manager to join our team. This role will support the Authorising Engineer (AE) in managing, governing, and delivering high-voltage electrical systems across DPI projects and client sites. The role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with electrical safety regulations, supporting HV and LV operational procedures, managing switching activities, and maintaining accreditation standards for Authorised Personnel.
This position requires a technically competent electrical professional with extensive experience in critical power infrastructure, HV systems, commissioning activities, and operational switching procedures in mission-critical environments.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Support the Authorising Engineer in developing, implementing and maintaining safe systems of work for HV and LV electrical operations.
- Ensure all electrical activities comply with statutory regulations, industry standards and client requirements.
- Assist in the management and application of electrical safety rules across all managed sites and projects.
- Review and approve switching programmes, isolation plans and electrical permits.
- Provide technical guidance on HV and LV system operation, maintenance and risk mitigation.
- Support the accreditation, assessment and ongoing competency management of:
- High Voltage Authorised Persons (HVAP)
- Low Voltage Authorised Persons (LVAP)
- Participate in competency reviews, audits and practical assessments.
- Ensure operational personnel maintain required qualifications, training and certification.
- Support succession planning and development pathways for electrical operational teams.
- Review and support complex HV and LV switching operations.
- Ensure all switching activities are planned, documented and executed safely.
- Provide technical oversight during critical switching events and maintenance activities.
- Conduct operational risk assessments and review method statements.
- Investigate electrical incidents, near misses, and operational deviations, and implement corrective actions where required.
- Provide electrical expertise during project delivery and commissioning phases.
- Review commissioning scripts, test documentation and energisation procedures.
- Support witness testing of HV and LV systems.
- Ensure systems are safely handed over from construction and commissioning teams into operation.
- Collaborate with project managers, commissioning managers and client stakeholders throughout project lifecycles.
- Conduct electrical safety audits and site inspections.
- Ensure compliance with:
- Electricity at Work Regulations
- BS 7671
- HSE Guidance
- Client Electrical Safety Rules
- Industry best practice for Critical Environment Operations
- Support the maintenance of operational manuals, procedures and safety documentation.
- Produce reports relating to operational performance, compliance and system reliability.
- Represent the business, upholding our core values and behaviours with all internal and external customers, clients and third parties.
- Maintain business and client confidentiality, adhering to applicable Data Protection regulations and Information Security Standards in line with company and group policies and procedures.
Essential Skills and Experience
- Extensive experience working with High Voltage and Low Voltage electrical systems within critical environments.
- Experience supporting Authorising Engineer functions and governance frameworks.
- Knowledge of electrical infrastructure commonly found in data centres.
- Recognised Electrical Engineering qualification (HNC/HND, Degree or equivalent).
- Current HV Authorised Person (HVAP) accreditation or demonstrable experience operating at equivalent level.
- Current LV Authorised Person (LVAP) accreditation.
- IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Experience within hyperscale or colocation data centre environments.
- Senior Authorised Person (SAP) experience.
- AP15/Operational Safety Rules training.
- NEBOSH General Certificate.
- Membership of a relevant professional body (IET or equivalent).
To Apply
To apply for this position, please send your CV and a cover letter to recruitment@datalecltd.com. For further information, please get in touch with HR on +44 (0) 800 6891318.
About Datalec Precision Installations (DPI)
Datalec Precision Installations provides world-class, global data centre solutions, specialising in connectivity design, bespoke manufacturing, construction, and installation services. Supported by unmatched technical expertise, we offer consultancy, technical and critical cleaning, electronic security, and managed services to address every data centre need.