PAT Tester Portable Appliance Tester

Norwood Electrical UK Ltd; Redditch; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical services provider in Redditch is seeking an experienced Electrical Equipment Testing Engineer to perform In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT). The successful candidate will manage testing schedules, ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations, and maintain efficient communication with clients. Required qualifications include a Full Manual UK Driver's Licence and the ability to pass a Full enhanced DBS check. This is a permanent role offering competitive remuneration, training, and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Bonus Scheme

Annual leave

Progression within the company

Qualifications

• Must hold Full Manual UK Driver's Licence.
• Must pass Full enhanced DBS check.
• Willing to work in different environments.

Responsibilities

• Carry out In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment.
• Produce results that meet client quality standards.
• Manage appliance testing in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency with IT (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

The successful candidate will carry out In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT) in accordance with the current edition of the IET Code of Practice. The role involves producing results that meet client and external accrediting body requirements, and managing appliance testing in line with Health & Safety Regulations. The engineer will liaise with customers to ensure work is carried out efficiently, meeting customer requirements while minimising disruption to their business. Sectors include Schools, Hospitals, Hotels and Universities.

Responsibilities

• Carry out In-service Inspection and Testing of Electrical Equipment (PAT) in accordance with the current edition of the IET Code of Practice.
• Produce results that meet the requirements and quality standards of clients and external accrediting bodies.
• Manage appliance testing in accordance with Health & Safety Regulations.
• Liaise with customers to ensure work is carried out efficiently, to customer requirements, while limiting disruption to their business. Sites include Schools, Hospitals, Hotels and Universities.
• Maintain an acceptable knowledge of Microsoft Office and have access to emails; weekly process of downloading results and sending to the PAT team at Head Office.
• Job schedules are arranged by the PAT Team at Head Office; the engineer must manage their own time efficiently and successfully.
• Maintain good time-keeping and ensure start & finish times are adhered to as directed by the PAT Manager.
• Identify, prevent, or pre-empt potential areas for customer dissatisfaction (e.g., arriving late due to traffic); plan routes and forward planning are vital.

Requirements & Environment

• Excellent organisational, hard-working, competent and reliable approach.
• Excellent communication skills; able to work in a team and independently.
• Proficiency with IT (Microsoft Office) and access to a laptop/tablet/computer to download reports weekly.
• Willing to work in different environments.
• Comply with current uniform standards and wear the company uniform correctly.
• Must hold Full Manual UK Driver's Licence.
• Must pass Full enhanced DBS check.
• 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday; some weekend work may be required and occasionally out of hours work.
• Some time may be spent away from home, Monday to Friday.
• Salary: Average £28k; Full training with progression opportunities; Pension Scheme; Bonus Scheme; Annual leave; Progression within the company.
• Permanent Role.

Compliance & Policy

• The post is subject to a check by the Criminal Records Bureau.
• All employees are required to comply with employment legislation and codes of good practice.
• The Company operates a No Smoking Policy and is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
• Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other supplementary legislation require employees to take reasonable care to avoid injury and to cooperate with Norwood Electrical (UK) Ltd by meeting statutory requirements.