Appointed Person (LV)

Authorised Person (LV) – Freelance
Cardiff (8-Month Requirement)
August Start | CIS / LTD

A leading building services contractor is looking for an experienced Authorised Person (LV) to support electrical operations on a major infrastructure project in South Wales.

This is a long-term freelance opportunity (approx. 8 months), with a planned start in August 2026, working alongside a principal contractor delivery team on a live site.

The Role

You will be responsible for overseeing and carrying out LV switching operations, ensuring safe systems of work are followed throughout the project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

* Acting as LV Authorised Person (AP) on site

* Carrying out and overseeing LV switching activities

* Issuing and controlling permits to work / isolation procedures

* Supporting energisation, commissioning and handover phases

* Coordinating with site management and principal contractor teams

* Ensuring compliance with H&S standards, site procedures, and electrical safety regulations

Requirements

* Proven experience as an Authorised Person (LV)

* Strong background in building services / M&E / infrastructure projects

* Experience working on large-scale or complex live sites

* Confident managing:

* Switching procedures

* Permits and isolations

* Safe systems of work

* ECS / CSCS (or equivalent)

* Relevant AP LV authorisation

The Opportunity

* Approx. 8-month contract

* Major project environment with structured delivery teams

* Consistent workload on a live site

* Opportunity to work alongside an experienced principal contractor

Rate

* £350 to £450 per day depending on experience and project background

* CIS or LTD payment available

(Top-end rates available for candidates with proven AP experience on major infrastructure or healthcare projects)

Apply

If you’re an experienced LV Authorised Person available from August and looking for a long-term freelance role in South Wales, get in touch for a confidential discussion