Mobile Authorised Person


Company:	Mitie
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	KY16 0LB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	12 Oct 2026
Closing date:	11 Nov 2026

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Summary

ROLE: Mobile Authorised PersonLOCATION: East ScotlandHOURS: 40 hours per week

We're looking for an experienced Mobile Authorised Person to join our Defence Infrastructure team in East Scotland, supporting the Ministry of Defence's Future Defence Infrastructure Services contract.

Role Responsibilities:

-Implement and manage JSP375 Safe Systems of Work across your area of responsibility. Produce and review Risk Assessments, Method Statements, safety programmes and Permits to Work.

-Ensure all safety documentation is completed accurately and maintained in line with compliance requirements.

-Assess the competence of Skilled Persons, providing supervision, coaching and technical guidance where required.

-Liaise with key stakeholders including DIO representatives, Authorising Engineers, site teams and end users, and Support the safe and compliant delivery of maintenance activities and project works across Defence sites.

-Promote a positive safety culture, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement and risk reduction, & Support sustainability initiatives and contribute towards MoD carbon reduction objectives.

Required Qualifications:Applicants must meet the below defined requirements for the role.

-Significant experience working within Safe Systems of Work environments, including JSP375.

-A strong background in operational delivery, maintenance or engineering environments.

-Relevant technical qualifications aligned to JSP375 requirements.

-A management-level Health & Safety qualification, such as SMSTS or equivalent & Emergency First Aid and Fire Safety training.

-Experience across Electrical, Confined Space and Working at Height disciplines is highly desirable.

What's in it for you?

-The opportunity to work on critical UK Defence infrastructure projects.

-Ongoing training, development and Continuing Professional Development opportunities.

-A collaborative and supportive working environment.

-Career progression within one of the UK's leading facilities management organisations.

-The chance to make a real impact through sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives.

There's a place for you at Mitie, join us today!

Apply today and build your future with Mitie Defence.

Please note that due to the nature of this role, successful applicants may be required to satisfy Ministry of Defence security clearance requirements.

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