Air Testing Engineer

J&T Business Consulting; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an Air Testing Engineer to conduct air leakage tests across the UK. Responsibilities include maintaining testing equipment and recording results, with excellent interpersonal skills required. Candidates should have the ability to travel, read architectural drawings, and possess a full UK driving license. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary, company van, and additional benefits including pension and sick pay.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company van and fuel card provided

Company pension and sick pay

PPE and mobile phone allowance

Premium rates available for weekend work

Qualifications

• Numerate and able to understand basic geometry.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.
• Basic IT proficiency including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel long distances and stay overnight.
• Full UK driving licence (maximum of 3 penalty points).
• Experience within the construction industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform air leakage testing on site in accordance with industry standards.
• Record and report test results accurately for inclusion in energy performance reports.
• Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel to ensure testing is completed efficiently.
• Maintain testing equipment and ensure calibration standards are met.
• Represent the company courteously on construction sites.
• Support the team with related services such as acoustic testing.

Skills

Air permeability testing

Construction site experience

Testing equipment familiarity

Reading architectural drawings

Microsoft Office proficiency

Fieldwork experience

Driving for site travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Building Services Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

HND or equivalent in Civil or Environmental Studies

ATTMA qualification

iATS qualified tester

Job description

Location

Old Malton YO17 (nationwide travel required)

Salary

26000 - 29000 per year

Employment Type

Full-time Permanent

Overview

An opportunity is available for an Air Testing Engineer to join a friendly and professional team. The role involves conducting air leakage tests on a variety of buildings and contributing to the energy performance documentation process. The position requires travel across the UK and occasional overnight stays.

Key Responsibilities

Perform air leakage testing on site in accordance with industry standards.

Record and report test results accurately for inclusion in energy performance reports.

Liaise professionally with clients and site personnel to ensure testing is completed efficiently.

Maintain testing equipment and ensure calibration standards are met.

Represent the company courteously on construction sites of various sizes.

Support the team with related services such as acoustic testing and ventilation commissioning (with training provided).

Requirements

Numerate and capable of understanding basic geometry.

Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings.

Basic IT proficiency including Excel Word and Outlook.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Willingness to travel long distances and stay overnight when required.

Full UK driving licence (maximum of 3 penalty points).

Experience within the construction industry is advantageous but not essential.

Air testing qualification (ATTMA or iATS) is preferred but not mandatory training will be provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Company van and fuel card provided (home-to-work travel covered).

Company pension and sick pay.

PPE mobile phone or allowance laptop and broadband allowance.

Premium rates available for weekend work where applicable.

Required Skills

• experience in air permeability or air tightness testing
• experience in construction or building compliance site experience
• preferred familiarity with testing equipment data reporting experience
• experience reading architectural drawings
• experience using Microsoft Office tools
• fieldwork or site-based experience
• driving experience with site travel

Required Education

• bachelors degree in environmental engineering
• bachelors degree in construction engineering
• bachelors degree in building services engineering
• bachelors degree in mechanical engineering
• HND or equivalent in civil or environmental studies
• ATTMA qualification
• iATS qualified tester

Key Skills

• Computer Operation
• HVAC
• Assembly Experience
• HVAC / R
• Service Technician Experience
• Sheet Metal
• Teaching
• Refrigeration
• Ductwork
• Power Tools
• Troubleshooting
• Air Conditioning

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1