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Trainee Air Tightness Test Engineer (Beverley & surrounding areas)

Who Are We?

AES Compliance & Testing Ltd are best known for air tightness testing in the new build sector, we also offer other on-site services including sound insulation testing, ventilation testing, and thermography surveys in residential, non-residential and existing building sector.

Since 2006 we have built an enviable reputation within the construction industry priding ourselves on our rapid response to client demand, whether this is in relation to on-site services or the issue of urgent paperwork, our professionalism and our second to none customer service.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Trainee Air Tightness Test Engineer to join our expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, travelling to different locations, and developing a career in the construction and building performance industry.

No previous air tightness testing experience is required – full training will be provided. You will work alongside an experienced Air Tightness Test Engineer, gaining hands-on experience while working towards your ATTMA Level 1 Air Tightness Tester qualification.

What We Offer

• Full training with an experienced Air Tightness Test Engineer

• Support to achieve your ATTMA Level 1 qualification

• Company van provided for work use

• All tools, equipment, PPE, and training supplied

• Competitive salary with opportunities for progression

• Ongoing professional development and career growth

• A varied role with different locations and projects every week

The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, self-motivated, capable of delivering high quality testing services. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building effective working relationships with colleagues and clients. Good attention to detail is essential as the role requires a high degree of accuracy and organisational skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to construction sites and existing buildings, carrying out air tightness tests on a range of building types and sizes in conjunction with building regulations to ensure our clients achieve compliance with Part L

• Active engagement with the client to ensure the plot/s are ready for testing

• Focus on tasks assigned and manage workload effectively

• Identifying air leakage paths and notifying site personnel

• Completing accurate air tightness tests to the relevant test standard, and uploading in a timely manner

• Maintain company equipment including company van

• Always display a professional attitude, demonstrating the ability to communicate clearly with colleagues and clients

• Be an active member of the team, contributing ideas and sharing knowledge

• Take a proactive approach to learning and development

Please note: This list covers the core responsibilities but isn’t exhaustive. As the team continues to grow and develop, there may be additional opportunities to contribute and take on new tasks to support the department.

Key Competencies

Essential

• Comfortable driving long distances and travelling to sites across a wide geographical area, sometimes involving overnight stays

• Ability to complete physical work (moving test equipment around site)

• Able to communicate with clients effectively and confidently via telephone, email and face-to-face

• Excellent written communication skills

• Client-focused with a commitment to providing high-quality support

• Excellent computer skills and a good level of general education, particularly in Maths and English

• Calculating envelope areas of properties on site

• Ability to self-manage a busy and time-critical schedule of work, sometimes with short notice changes to priorities

• Be able to work independently and as part of a team

• Health and Safety awareness

• Hold a full/clean driving licence

Desirable

• This position would suit someone with experience in construction, surveying, engineering, or building services, but we also welcome applicants looking to start a new career with full training provided.

What Makes Us Unique

What makes AES different than others within the industry is our company values.

• Striving for the highest quality

• Build collaborative and supportive relationships

• Value integrity and independence

• Be forward thinking and innovative

Our Benefits:

We have built strong internal communication channels with team strategy and away days, company-wide social events through the year and a strong investment into internal growth and progression.

• 25 days annual leave allowance, plus statutory bank holidays

• 1 paid Community Day per year to volunteer for a good cause

• Holiday purchase scheme of up to 5 days

• Contributory company pension scheme

• Company Sick Pay benefit

• Staff social events

• Life assurance

• Healthcare plan

How To Apply:

AES is a proud equal opportunities employer.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive for these roles, we do reserve the right to close the vacancy once a suitable amount of applications are received, therefore we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as AES are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

Please email your CV and cover letter to recruitment@aessc.co.uk.

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