Safety Technician - Fall Protection Systems

Mitchell Maguire; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A safety services company in Bristol is seeking a Safety Technician specializing in fall protection systems. The role involves installing safety equipment, conducting tests, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Candidates must have experience working at height, a strong focus on customer service, and a valid UK driving license. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, including a company van and 25 days annual leave.

Benefits

Company van

25 days annual leave

5% matched pension

3x death in service

Qualifications

• Experience with fall protection systems like lifelines and anchors is essential.
• Installation experience in roofing or scaffolding is preferable.
• Full UK driving license required, held for 1+ years.

Responsibilities

• Install fall protection systems across various locations.
• Test and certify site equipment for safety.
• Attend site toolbox talks prior to work commencement.

Skills

Experience working at height

Excellent customer service

Health and safety knowledge

Time management skills

Education

Willingness to obtain NVQ level 3 in Fall Protection

Job description

Safety Technician - Fall Protection Systems

Job Title: Safety Technician - Fall Protection Systems

Industry Sector

Installation Engineer, Installation Technician, Accessing Operations, Rigging, Test Engineer, Fall Protection Engineer, Inspection Engineer, Lightening Protection, Rope Access, Abseiling, Recertification, Fall Protection Systems, Safety Systems, Height Safety Systems, Fall Arrest Systems, Edge Protection, Steel Systems, Roofing Safety Systems, Roofing Products, Roofing, Access Ladders, Walkway Systems, Lifelines, Safety Gates, Steel Railing Systems

Role Overview

The role of the Safety Technician - Fall Protection Systems will involve:

• Safety Technician position dealing with a range of fall protection systems such as lifelines, anchors, guardrails, gates, platforms and walkways
• Working in a team of 2 to carry out installations across the UK
• Carrying out tests on all site equipment and certifying them to be fit for use
• Attend site toolbox talks before commencing work
• Eventually will get involved in recertification and repairs
• Assist with pro-active on site sales and lead generation
• Monitor installation teams and ensure safety procedures are followed

Ideal Applicant

The ideal applicant will be a Safety Technician - Fall Protection Systems with:

• Must have experience working at height
• Installation experience within roofing, cladding, facades, solar, building envelope, scaffolding, HVAC, and telecoms sectors would be preferable
• Industry experience would be highly advantageous working in aligned roles such as: Lift Testing Engineer, Recertification Engineer, Test Engineer, Fall Protection engineer, Installation Engineer, Safety Technician, Recertification Technician
• Be willing to obtain an NVQ level 3 in Fall Protection, if you don't already possess
• Full UK driving license, held for 1+ years
• Must be personable and provide excellent customer service
• Must have experience with health and safety
• Organised, have high attention to detail and good time management skills

Remuneration and Benefits

Remuneration: £30,000 - £38,000 + overtime

Benefits: Company van, tools, 25 days annual leave, 5% matched pension, 3x death in service