CompEx Electrician – Detailed & Atex Inspection (Ascension Island)
Start Date: 16th April
Initial Duration: 4 weeks
Potential Extension: A further 4 weeks immediately following
Working Pattern: 6 days per week (Sunday rest day)
Rates & Allowances
Flights and accommodation paid for
£355 per day
£25 per day food allowance
Successful operatives will be required to:
Obtain an ACRO Police Certificate
Apply for an E-Visa
These processes will be managed by the client.
Role Overview
To conduct detailed and apex inspections of hazardous area electrical installations in accordance with BS EN (phone number removed), ATEX/DSEAR principles, and site safety standards. The role is based on Ascension Island and involves working in a remote, industrial environment supporting critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
Perform Detailed (Close) Inspections of Ex-rated equipment.
Conduct Atex (Initial/Periodic) Inspections to verify full compliance of hazardous area installations.
Inspect protection concepts including Ex d, Ex e, Ex i, Ex n, Ex t systems.
Examine cable glands, terminations, earthing/bonding, and enclosure integrity.
Verify equipment certification, tagging, and hazardous area classification compliance.
Record and categorise defects (minor/major/critical).
Produce structured inspection reports and remedial action lists.
Work in compliance with site-specific safety management systems.
Support engineering teams during shutdowns or upgrade projects.
Essential Qualifications
CompEx Certification (Ex01–Ex04 minimum)
Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ/SVQ Level 3
18th Edition (BS 7671)
Proven hazardous area inspection experience
Strong working knowledge of BS EN 60079 series
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