Air Tester

JRL Group; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hotel accommodation provided

Travel between sites

Overnight stays when required

Job summary

JRL Group is seeking a Level 1 Air Tester to conduct airtightness testing across residential and mixed-use developments. The role involves traveling between sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays where required; hotel accommodation is provided by the company.

Based primarily in Luton for the Castle Street Project, you will start with the Castle Street project and support other developments as needed within the JRL Group portfolio.

Qualifications

• Level 1 Air Tightness Tester qualification and CSCS card.
• Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle for site travel.
• Experience testing residential developments and large-scale projects.
• Understanding ATTMA and Building Regulations required.
• Strong organisational and time management skills; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform air permeability testing across developments.
• Set up and operate testing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare properties for testing and seal openings as needed.
• Analyse results and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Complete accurate digital testing reports within deadlines.
• Coordinate with site management, subcontractors and project teams.
• Manage daily testing schedules across multiple sites.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment; adhere to safety procedures.
• Represent the company professionally on JRL Group sites.

Skills

Air testing

ATTMA procedures

Time management

Independence

Communication

MS Office

Education

Level 1 Air Tightness Tester qualification

CSCS card

Tools

Digital reporting

Microsoft Office

Job description

Primarily based in Luton for the Castle Street Project, with travel to developments across the JRL Group portfolio as required. The successful candidate will be expected to travel to sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays where necessary (hotel accommodation provided by the company). Travel between developments will form part of the role, and occasional overnight stays may be required. Hotel accommodation will be provided by the company where necessary.

Role Overview

We are seeking a motivated and qualified Level 1 Air Tester to join the team and undertake airtightness testing across JRL Group developments. The role involves independently carrying out air permeability testing on residential and mixed-use developments, ensuring compliance with Building Regulations and project specifications. Whilst the role will initially be focused on the Castle Street project in Luton, the successful candidate will be expected to support projects across the wider JRL Group portfolio where required.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently carry out air permeability (airtightness) testing in accordance with ATTMA standards.
• Set up and operate air testing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Prepare properties for testing, including sealing ventilation openings where required.
• Analyse test results and ensure compliance with Building Regulations and project specifications.
• Complete accurate testing reports and submit documentation within required timescales.
• Liaise professionally with site management, subcontractors and internal project teams.
• Manage daily testing schedules across multiple developments.
• Ensure all testing equipment is maintained, calibrated and stored correctly.
• Promote safe working practices and comply with company Health & Safety procedures.
• Represent the company professionally whilst working on JRL Group sites.

Essential Requirements

• Level 1 Air Tightness Tester qualification (minimum requirement).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Own vehicle with the ability to travel regularly between sites.
• Good understanding of ATTMA testing procedures and Building Regulations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Competent using Microsoft Office and completing digital reports.
• Previous experience testing residential developments.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects.
• Knowledge of SAP assessments or wider building performance testing.
• CSCS card.