Technical Assistant - weekend shift at Element Materials Technology

, , United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Health & Safety Guidelines, Practical Skills, Materials Testing, Communication Skills, Organization Skills, Proactive, Logical, Methodical, FLT License

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Overview Warringtonfire, part of the Element Group, has an excellent opportunity for a Weekend Technical Assistant based at our new state of the art testing facility based at Birchwood Park Warrington. As a Technical Assistant you will begin a career in performing a variety of fire tests on items such as roller shutter doors, fire doors and building materials amongst others. Our testing determines whether our clients' products perform as intended. We believe that you should be working to develop your career. Through our Career Ladder professional development scheme we will work with you to progress your ambitions to become an expert in your field. Responsibilities Liaising with and assisting the client, including contractors and third parties, during construction of test specimens Preparation of test specimens in accordance with the requirements of the appropriate Standard and internal procedures under the supervision of the Testing / Technical Officer and Laboratory Supervisor / Team Leader, when required Determination of physical properties of test specimens and / or component parts, where required Instrumentation of test specimens and preparation of diagram showing positions and types of all instrumentation used Operation of furnace and any ancillary equipment to ensure compliance with the appropriate test requirements, when required Evaluating the performance of the specimen/s in accordance with the requirements of the appropriate test standard, where appropriate and under the supervision of the Testing / Technical Officer responsible Demolition and safe disposal of test specimens within a reasonable time frame after the test to ensure maximum utilisation of each frame Ensuring the laboratory is clean and tidy at all times, particularly with respect to the furnace to which you have been allocated Skills / Qualifications Experience or knowledge of working to Standard Operating Procedures within strict Health & Safety Guidelines Practical skills for using tools within a construction / engineering / shop fitting environment Interest in materials testing Experience working in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Self-starter with good organisation skills Proactive, logical and methodical Possess a valid FLT license desired Ability to work to weekend shift pattern: Friday to Sunday 7am-6pm and an hour break each day Monday 10am-2pm Benefits of working at Element 33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days publicX4 Life AssuranceLegal & General Pension scheme with total contributions up to 12%Enhanced Company Sick PayFree Onsite RefreshmentsRecommend a Friend BonusPerks At Work Discount Scheme #LI-JD2 Diversity Statement At Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”. All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) “If you need an accommodation filling out an application, or applying to a job, please email Recruitment@element.com”

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Responsibilities

The Technical Assistant will prepare test specimens, operate equipment, and evaluate the performance of specimens under supervision. They will also liaise with clients and ensure the laboratory is maintained in a clean and tidy condition.