Senior Lead Technician

NI Resourcing; Cookstown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning environmental engineering company in Cookstown is seeking an experienced Senior Lead Technician to lead the Testing & Inspection team. In this hands-on role, you will oversee testing operations, ensure quality and compliance, and mentor junior technicians. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the industry and strong leadership skills. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Death in service Plan - x3 times Gross Salary

Private Medical Insurance – Option to add Family

30 days Annual Leave

Training days and courses if required

Employee engagement events

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in Testing & Inspection, preferably in water, wastewater, or process engineering industries.
• Strong leadership capabilities with previous experience supervising or mentoring technical teams.
• Proficient in electrical fault diagnosis and technical problem-solving.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Testing & Inspection Technicians.
• Oversee testing and commissioning of all control panels (in-house and on-site).
• Coordinate and conduct Factory Acceptance Testing and Site Acceptance Testing activities.
• Liaise with clients to resolve technical queries and ensure satisfaction.

Skills

Testing

Control

Manufacturing

Electrical

Electronics

Education

2395 or equivalent Testing & Inspection Certification

Tools

Excel

Database systems

Job description

Overview

Senior Lead Technician – Cookstown – Salary open to negotiation

Our client is an award-winning environmental engineering company specialising in Water Treatment and Power Distribution solutions. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Lead Technician to oversee our Testing & Inspection team.

As the Senior Lead Technician, you will take a hands-on leadership role in overseeing the testing, commissioning, and inspection of control panels both in-house and on-site. You will act as the technical authority for your team, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency across all testing operations. This role offers clear opportunities for growth and career progression as the company continues to expand.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Testing & Inspection Technicians
• Oversee and perform the testing and commissioning of all control panels (in-house and on-site)
• Coordinate and conduct FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) and SAT (Site Acceptance Testing) activities
• Liaise directly with clients to resolve technical queries and ensure satisfaction
• Collaborate with Contracts Managers to align testing operations with project requirements and timelines
• Conduct electrical fault-finding and ensure timely resolution of issues
• Oversee NIC/EIC testing procedures
• Uphold compliance with all ISO Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety standards
• Mentor and train junior technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Provide regular reporting and documentation on testing activities

Essential Criteria

• 2395 or equivalent Testing & Inspection Certification
• Significant hands-on experience in Testing & Inspection, preferably within the water, wastewater, or process engineering industries
• Strong leadership capabilities with previous experience supervising or mentoring technical teams
• Proficient in electrical fault diagnosis and technical problem-solving
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• Proficient with computer applications including Excel and database systems
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently under pressure
• Full Driving licence
• Exposure to ACC docs, BIM360 or similar platforms would be advantageous

What we offer

• Death in service Plan - x3 times Gross Salary.
• Private Medical Insurance – Option to add Family.
• 30 days Annual Leave
• Training days and courses if required, in line with business needs.
• Employee engagement events

How to apply

For more information on the Senior Lead Technician role, please call Karen Nicholson at NI Resourcing on , or send your CV through the APPLY NOW link

Skills: Testing, Control, Manufacturing, Electrical, Electronics