General Site Operative

UL Solutions

  • Telford, Shropshire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 23 days ago
Job Category: LaboratoryJob Description:As more people have to deal with extreme weather, we're on hand to test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether we're simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do on our team is used in buildings around the world to - quite literally - help save lives!Join our Laboratory Team to assists them in carrying out preparation, assembly and disassembling of test chamber rigs.We provide in-house and external training opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Build your skills, build innovative solutions and help us build a safer world.Responsibilities:
  • Building and/or adapting setup of test chambers for new test samples in a timely manner.
  • Assisting with fabrication and steelwork installation.
  • Examines test chambers/samples, reads 2D Auto CAD drawings and measuring instruments.
  • Operates designated machines, special laboratory equipment and tools as directed.
  • Performs routine maintenance of designated test equipment and work area.
  • Manual/physical work in an outdoor environment, which also includes working at height.
  • Works in accordance with internal processes, testing standards, H&S, ISO 17025 and UL procedures.
  • Receives instructions from and reports to supervisor and personnel in laboratory operations as needed.
  • Liaise with suppliers & customers if required.
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#LI-ZK1Qualifications:
  • A hands-on physical approach with some knowledge and experience in the use of construction materials and equipment.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with internal team and to work on own initiative as well as part of the team.
  • Very good attention to detail.
  • The desire and motivation to learn and develop new and existing skills.
  • Ability to interpret technical information and understanding technical plans and drawings would be beneficial.
Preferred but not required:
  • CSCS card.
  • Forklift Truck license.
  • Telehandler license.
  • IPAF license (Scissor Lift/Cherry Picker).
About Us:A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.About the Team: Our buildings don't just shape our skylines - they provide the backdrop to our lives. And knowing they're safe matters. We've been helping to create safer structures since 1894, combining our expertise with innovative new technologies to help make sure both people and property are secure. As more people have to deal with extreme weather, we're on hand to test products and building materials to increasingly rigorous standards. Whether we're simulating tornadoes or testing smoke alarms, the work we do on our team is used in buildings around the world to - quite literally - help save lives. Join our team and build your skills, build innovative solutions and help build a safer world.

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