Pat Tester

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Washington; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm opportunity

40 hours per week

Job summary

Westray Recruitment Consultants Ltd represents a well‑established client in Washington seeking a dependable PAT Tester to join on a temporary to permanent basis. The role involves inspecting and testing portable electrical equipment, recording results, and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements.

Hours are 40 per week, Monday to Friday, with pay £15.00–£15.50 per hour. You should have a practical hands‑on approach, experience with PAT testing, and the ability to liaise with site

Qualifications

• Experience carrying out PAT testing.
• Good understanding of electrical safety principles.
• Competent in using PAT testing equipment.
• Accurate record keeping and documentation.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Relevant electrical or PAT testing qualification/training.
• Dependable, practical and proactive with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out visual inspections and electrical safety testing of portable equipment.
• Identify damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Complete PAT testing with calibrated equipment.
• Maintain records of all equipment tested and results.
• Produce reports and documentation as required.
• Follow site health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Travel to customer sites as required.
• Liaise professionally with customers and staff.

Skills

PAT testing

Electrical safety

Record keeping

Customer service

Independent worker

Education

Electrical or PAT testing qualification

Tools

PAT testing equipment

Job description

Pat Tester

Location: Washington

Pay Rate: £15.00-£15.50 per hour, depending on experience

Contract: Temporary to Permanent opportunity

Hours: 40 hours week Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00

What's in it for you

£15.00-£15.50 per hour, depending on experience

Excellent temp-to-perm opportunity for the right candidate

Varied, hands‑on role where no two days are exactly the same

A role where your practical skills and initiative will be genuinely valued

Supportive working environment with the opportunity for long-term progression

The Business

Our client is a well‑established and successful business operating across the region. As part of their continued growth, they are looking for a reliable and practical Handyman to join their team and support the day‑to‑day maintenance and upkeep of their sites.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy working environment where no two days are the same.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting and testing electrical equipment, identifying defects and potential safety hazards, accurately recording test results, and ensuring that work is completed in accordance with relevant health and safety requirements and company procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Carry out visual inspections and electrical safety testing of portable and movable electrical equipment.
• Identify damaged, defective or potentially unsafe equipment.
• Complete PAT testing using appropriate calibrated testing equipment.
• Apply appropriate test labels and identify equipment requiring further attention.
• Maintain accurate records of all equipment tested and test results.
• Produce reports and documentation as required.
• Follow site‑specific health and safety procedures and risk assessments.
• Report any electrical safety concerns or defective equipment to the relevant person.
• Liaise professionally with customers, site staff and colleagues.
• Work efficiently while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.
• Ensure testing equipment is properly maintained and used correctly.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and relevant electrical safety requirements.
• Travel to customer sites where required.

The Person

We are looking for a dependable, hands‑on individual who isn't afraid to get stuck in and take ownership of their work.

The successful candidate will ideally have previous experience carrying out PAT testing.

• Good understanding of electrical safety principles.
• Ability to identify common electrical defects and hazards.
• Competent in using PAT testing equipment.
• Good attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Reliable, professional and safety‑conscious approach.
• Relevant electrical or PAT testing qualification/training.
• Above all, we are looking for someone who is reliable, practical and proactive, with a genuine pride in keeping a workplace safe, clean, functional and well presented.