Fall Arrest Technologist | Travel & Training

ACS Staffing Solutions; Rushden; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Flexible working hours

Full training and ongoing development

Group personal pension plan

Life assurance and income protection

25-30 days annual leave

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Technologist - Fall Arrest in Kettering with regular travel. The role involves testing fall protection equipment to meet UK, European and international safety standards, with full training provided.

You’ll coordinate physical tests, prepare electronic reports, manage schedules and document control, and communicate with customers. Travel up to 50% and opportunities across PPE categories are possible.

Qualifications

• GCSEs or equivalent in English and Mathematics, minimum grade C.
• Strong administrative, organisational and record-keeping skills.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow technical procedures accurately.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A flexible approach and the confidence to work independently and as part of a team.
• A willingness to undertake practical testing, including working at height.
• A valid driving licence and passport, with the ability to travel throughout the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Coordinating and carrying out physical product testing in line with recognised standards and procedures.
• Preparing accurate electronic test reports and communicating results to customers.
• Managing testing schedules, documentation, data entry and internal records.
• Responding to customer enquiries, providing technical information, quotations and support.
• Liaising with customers by telephone, email and face-to-face.
• Arranging and conducting customer visits and manufacturer site audits in the UK and overseas.
• Working at ground level and at height when setting up and conducting tests.
• Operating specialist test equipment and recording results accurately.
• Supporting continuous improvement across testing processes, facilities and procedures.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organisational skills

Record-keeping skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Driving licence

Willingness to travel

Education

GCSEs English and Maths (Grade C)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking a Technologist - Fall Arrest in Kettering with regular travel. The role involves testing fall protection equipment to meet UK, European and international safety standards, with full training provided.

You’ll coordinate physical tests, prepare electronic reports, manage schedules and document control, and communicate with customers. Travel up to 50% and opportunities across PPE categories are possible.