Fall Protection Technologist — Global Travel & PPE Testing

SATRA Technology; Kettering; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Pension plan

Income protection

Free parking

Flexible working hours

25–30 days annual leave

Job summary

SATRA Technology in Kettering, UK, is seeking a Technologist to join the Safety Product Testing team, focusing on Fall Arrest PPE. The role involves arranging testing of harnesses, lanyards, connectors, anchors, and related equipment for working at height, with potential involvement in other PPE areas over time.

You will generate test reports, liaise with customers, arrange site visits in the UK or overseas (up to 50% travel), conduct audits, and support continuous improvement of SATRA's

Qualifications

• GCSEs in English and Mathematics, minimum grade C.
• Ability to travel UK/overseas with driving licence and passport.
• Organised, enthusiastic, able to work independently and in a team.
• Competent with MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Follow testing procedures accurately and meet deadlines.
• Strong time management with flexible priorities.
• Accurate electronic data entry and paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Generate reports containing results of physical testing.
• Liaise with customers via email, telephone and in person.
• Arrange test visits at SATRA premises or customer sites in UK/overseas (up to 50% travel).
• Arrange and conduct audits at manufacturers' sites for production control.
• Work outdoors at ground level and at height for extended periods.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of SATRA facilities and procedures.
• Perform routine physical testing per international/European standards.
• Operate test equipment to produce documented results.

Skills

GCSE English and Maths

Driving licence

MS Excel

MS Word

Time management

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (min C)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

SATRA Technology in Kettering, UK, is seeking a Technologist to join the Safety Product Testing team, focusing on Fall Arrest PPE. The role involves arranging testing of harnesses, lanyards, connectors, anchors, and related equipment for working at height, with potential involvement in other PPE areas over time.

You will generate test reports, liaise with customers, arrange site visits in the UK or overseas (up to 50% travel), conduct audits, and support continuous improvement of SATRA's