Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire
Salary: £29,000 – £31,000 DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Travel: Up to 50% UK and overseas travel
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Reference: 46/26
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technologist – Fall Arrest to join a well-established Safety Product Testing team based in Kettering.
The successful candidate will work predominantly within the Fall Protection PPE area, arranging and conducting testing on a range of equipment used for working at height, including harnesses, lanyards, connectors and anchors. There will also be opportunities to become involved in other areas of PPE testing over time.
The organisation works with a global customer base, carrying out testing to ensure that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) meets the required International and European standards. Testing results are used by customers for product development and to support CE and UKCA certification.
The Role
The successful Technologist will be responsible for:
Conducting routine physical testing of PPE in accordance with relevant International and European standards
Operating specialist test equipment and accurately recording test results
Producing detailed reports based on physical testing results
Liaising with customers by telephone, email and in person
Arranging and hosting customer test visits both on-site and at customer premises
Travelling to customer sites in the UK and overseas, with off-site visits potentially accounting for up to 50% of the role
Arranging and conducting manufacturer site audits relating to production control processes
Working outdoors at ground level and at height for prolonged periods when required
Supporting the ongoing development and improvement of testing facilities, procedures and processes
Ensuring testing is completed accurately and within agreed deadlines
Contributing to continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to develop the service and wider business
Full training will be provided across the technical aspects of the role where required.
About the Candidate
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, methodical and enthusiastic, with the ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a wider team.
Applicants will ideally have:
GCSEs or equivalent in English and Maths at Grade C or above
A valid driving licence and passport, with the ability to travel within the UK and overseas
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word
Strong attention to detail and an accurate approach to record keeping and documentation
The ability to follow detailed testing procedures and methods
Excellent time management skills and the flexibility to manage changing priorities and deadlines
Good communication and customer service skills
A willingness and ability to undertake physical work, including setting up test arrangements at ground level and working at height
Previous experience working with customers
Desirable Experience
Experience in any of the following areas would be advantageous:
Working at height or with fall protection PPE
Industrial roofing or factory environments
Factory or manufacturing site auditing
Forklift truck operation
Working with technical standards or quality systems, particularly ISO 17025
Mechanics or physics
UK or overseas business travel
What’s on Offer?
The successful candidate will benefit from:
Salary of £29,000 – £31,000 depending on experience
37.5-hour working week
25–30 days' annual leave, increasing with service
Life assurance
Group personal pension scheme
Income protection
Free on-site parking
Flexible working hours
Full training and development opportunities
The opportunity to work with a wide range of specialist PPE and international customers
Closing date: Monday 5th October 2026
First-stage interviews: Friday 9th October 2026 via Microsoft Teams
Second-stage interviews: Wednesday 14th October 2026 in person
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a practical, technical or testing background who is looking to develop their career within a specialist product testing environment. Full training will be provided, making the role suitable for candidates with relevant transferable experience and a genuine interest in PPE, testing and working at height
Salary description
£29000.00 - £31000.00 per year