PAT Tester

JR United Kingdom; Inverness; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance services provider in Inverness is looking for a PAT Tester to conduct Portable Appliance Testing at customer sites. The role offers competitive earnings potential, full training, and a company vehicle for personal use. Ideal candidates will have a full UK manual driving license and a desire to build a career in the electrical industry. You will be recognized for your efforts through ongoing career development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

31 days holiday allowance

Access to Virtual GP

Company pension scheme

Trustpilot recognition scheme

Discounts on household consumables

Qualifications

• Full UK manual driving license for at least 12 months.
• Ability to perform manual work for extended periods.
• Adaptability to different environments.

Responsibilities

• Travel to customer sites to carry out Portable Appliance Testing.
• Produce results that meet client and accreditation standards.
• Provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Flexibility to work outside core hours

Basic IT skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication skills

Education

C&G 2377 qualification

Tools

Testing equipment

Company vehicle

Job description

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PAT Tester - Inverness

A competitive base salary with fantastic overall earnings potential (based on weekly targets). We also offer overtime and weekend work, which is readily available and paid at a premium rate per test.

We don't require our PAT engineers to be experienced; however, an enthusiastic attitude to learn is required, and we will provide all the necessary training. A company vehicle will be provided, which can be used for personal use if you opt into this scheme, along with all the necessary equipment.

What we offer at phs Compliance:

• Base salary of £25,494.48 with average earnings of circa £28,000 (including base salary, overtime/weekends, and paid travel time over 60 minutes). There is no cap on your earning potential.
• Ongoing career development opportunities within the phs group.
• Access to Virtual GP for you and your family.
• A company vehicle for personal use if you opt into the scheme.
• Optional company pension scheme.
• 31 days holiday allowance (including statutory bank holidays).
• Full-time permanent position upon successful completion of probation.
• Trustpilot recognition scheme with rewards.
• Opportunities to increase your knowledge through in-house training (H&S).
• phs Perks (partnership with Reward Gateway offering discounts across major retailers).
• phs Shop (discounts on household consumables).
• A 24-hour wellbeing helpline.

A day in the life of a PAT Tester at phs:

• Travel to customer sites to carry out Portable Appliance Testing.
• Complete tests on portable appliances within customer premises.
• Produce results daily that meet client and external accreditation standards.
• Represent phs Compliance, providing excellent customer service and being the company's face.

• Ensure delivery of professional, safe, and timely service on client sites, primarily during normal working hours (40 hours/week). Out-of-hours work may occasionally be required depending on client needs.

The ideal candidate:

• Full UK manual driving license for at least 12 months (subject to insurance requirements), with a maximum of 6 points.
• Flexibility to work outside core 9-5 hours and 8 hours on-site.
• C&G 2377 qualification preferred but not essential, as full training is provided.
• Ability to perform manual work for extended periods.
• Adaptability to different environments and customers daily.
• Basic IT, numeracy, literacy, and communication skills.
• A desire to pursue a career in the electrical industry.

About phs:

phs Group, founded in 1963, is the leading provider of Hygiene Services in the UK, Spain, and Ireland, serving over 90,000 customers across 300,000 locations. With over 57 years of experience, phs compliance specializes in testing, installing, and managing property infrastructure assets for more than 2,000 UK businesses. We self-deliver electrical testing, inspection, M&E installation & maintenance, and asset verification with over 400 engineers nationwide. Our standards are among the highest, and we are accredited to UKAS 17020 standards for fixed wire and portable appliance testing.

At phs, we pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive workforce, committed to providing an environment where all staff can be their true selves without fear of discrimination.