Technician Fall Arrest

Technician – Fall Protection Testing Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time) The Opportunity An established and respected testing organisation is seeking a Technician to join its Safety Product Testing team on a full-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity to build a career within a specialist technical environment, working with a wide range of personal protective equipment (PPE). About the Team The Safety Product Testing department works with global clients to ensure PPE products meet recognised safety and performance standards. Items tested include: Fall protection equipment Protective gloves High-visibility clothing Helmets and eyewear Motorcycle garments Hearing protection Specialist workwear and sports protection The department operates multiple accredited laboratories, equipped with specialist machinery used to assess PPE against UK, European, and international standards. Results are provided to clients to support product development and certification (e.g. CE and UKCA marking). The wider team consists of approximately 25 technical specialists, including technicians and technologists. About the Role This role focuses primarily on fall protection equipment testing, including: Harnesses, Lanyards, Energy absorbers, Connectors, Rescue equipment Testing takes place throughout the year in both indoor and outdoor environments. Some activities may involve working at height (up to approximately 8 metres). Key Responsibilities Operate test equipment and machinery to produce accurate data Record and calculate results (both electronically and manually) Prepare samples for testing Interpret and follow relevant testing standards and procedures Maintain a clean, organised laboratory environment Support with sample storage and housekeeping Assist with customer visits and demonstrations when required Full training will be provided. About You Essential Requirements GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science (Grade C/4 or above) Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to work independently and as part of a team Competent using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word Ability to follow technical procedures accurately Good time management with a flexible approach to priorities Desirable (Not Essential) Experience working at height or using fall protection equipment Background in industrial roofing or similar environments Forklift truck experience Exposure to working with technical standards Benefits 25–30 days annual leave (depending on service) Company pension scheme Life assurance Income protection Free on-site parking Flexible working hours Important Dates Application deadline: 29 May 2025 Interviews: Held on-site (date to be confirmed) Interested? Please click apply