Senior Tester in Charge

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK is seeking a Tester in Charge with extensive experience in functional and system testing. The role involves planning and executing testing activities, ensuring compliance with standards, and managing testing staff. Candidates must hold an IRSE licence and have significant experience in the signalling field. This position offers an opportunity to lead testing efforts and contribute to critical projects in the rail industry.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years of testing experience required.
• Experience in design, construction, or maintenance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute testing activities according to standards.
• Ensure staff are briefed on testing activities.
• Report any undue pressure during testing.

Skills

Functional Testing

System Testing

Strategy Development

Education

IRSE Licence

Various Modular Testing Certifications

Job description

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The role will include but is not limited to:

1. Tester in Charge Duties as per NR/L2/30014
2. Provide Functional and system testing support where required
3. Developing strategies for signalling schemes
4. Producing estimates for testing activities
5. Developing testing staff

Person Specification

The minimum requirement necessary upon entry to the role is an IRSE licence in the following categories:

• 1.3.170, 1.3.190 with 1.3.180 advantageous
• The minimum Signalling work experience necessary to perform the job is typically 5-7 years of testing experience, preceded by suitable design, construction, or maintenance experience, or evidence of substantial experience in a similar role.
• The role requires that the following certificates and/or licences be held or pursued: PTS AC, DCCR, ICI, COSS/SWL, Driving Licence, Emergency Life Support, Fire Awareness, Asbestos Awareness, Manual Handling, IOSH Working/Managing Safely, SPWEE, OLEC 1. Various Modular Testing Certifications including 1, 2, 3B, and 4.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake Tester in Charge and Principles Testing duties within their authority limits in accordance with NR/L2/SIG/30014, relevant standards, and IRSE requirements.
• Plan and execute testing activities in accordance with NR/L2/SIG/30014, relevant standards, and IRSE requirements.
• Ensure all staff under their control are briefed on testing activities in a timely manner, in accordance with NR/L2/SIG/30014.
• Ensure all test equipment is correctly calibrated & controlled, and details are recorded on briefing sheets.
• Ensure testing is conducted according to the approved Testing Specification.
• Report any occurrences of undue pressure or coercion during testing.
• Adapt to organizational changes and meet operational requirements.
• Perform any other reasonable duties as required.