Energy Marshall - Data Centre - Portugal

Portugal, Portugal

€85k - €110k + package

Data Centres Permanent

Energy Marshall

Our client is a €1bn turnover Tier 1 main contractor operating across the UK, Ireland, and Europe. They deliver major, complex construction projects with a particular emphasis on Data Centres, Distribution Centres, and large-scale commercial builds.

Role Overview:
As part of their ongoing expansion across mainland Europe, the company is now seeking an experienced Energy Marshall to join their delivery team on a new-build hyperscale data centre project in Portugal.
This is a key site-based role responsible for managing and coordinating all aspects of electrical energisation and power-up activities throughout the construction and commissioning phases. The successful candidate will ensure that all electrical systems are energised safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with project protocols and international standards.

Key Responsibilities:
•   Plan, manage, and oversee all electrical energisation and de-energisation activities on site.
•   Coordinate with electrical, commissioning, and safety teams to ensure strict adherence to LOTO (Lock Out Tag Out) procedures.
•   Maintain detailed energy management and switching schedules.
•   Supervise and authorise energisation of systems in line with project safety documentation.
•   Work closely with client representatives, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to meet energisation milestones.
•   Identify and mitigate risks associated with temporary and permanent electrical systems.
•   Support commissioning activities and ensure systems are energised and handed over safely and on schedule.

Key Requirements:
•   Proven experience working as an Energy Marshall, Electrical Authorised Person, or similar role on large-scale industrial or data centre projects.
•   Strong technical understanding of high-voltage (HV) and low-voltage (LV) electrical systems.
•   In-depth knowledge of LOTO procedures, switching operations, and electrical safety protocols.
•   Excellent coordination and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple interfaces on a fast-paced project.
•   Relevant electrical engineering qualifications and safety authorisations.
•   Previous experience working on major data centre projects is highly desirable.

In return our client can offer basic salary of €85k - €110k (DOE) plus car, travel, bonus and full package

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