Overview
Reference
0000049052 Salary
£26,000 - £26,000/annum Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- East Midlands -- Northamptonshire -- Kettering Job Type
Permanent Posted
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Role: TECHNICIAN – FALL ARREST
Location: Kettering, UK
Hours: 37.5 hrs per week
Salary: Up to £26,000 per annum
Interaction Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a leading organisation. We have a full-time vacancy for a Technician to work in a Safety Product Testing department.
About The Department
The Safety Product Testing team conducts testing on a wide range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a global customer base, ensuring products meet a minimum level of protection.
PPE tested includes gloves, fall protection equipment, motorcycle garments, high visibility clothing, eyewear, helmets, hearing protection, chainsaw garments, kneepads, sports protection and more.
The department consists of accredited laboratories equipped with specialist test equipment and machinery used to assess the physical properties of PPE against International and European standards.
Test results are reported to customers and used for product development or to support CE and UKCA certification. The team is made up of approximately 25 multi-skilled technicians, technologists and support staff.
About The Role
This Technician role is primarily focused on Fall Protection PPE and will involve testing items such as harnesses, lanyards, energy absorbers, connectors and rescue equipment. Testing is carried out both indoors and outdoors throughout the year, and some activities are performed at height (up to 8 metres).
As a Technician, you will be required to:
1. Use test equipment and machines to generate accurate results
2. Prepare test samples prior to testing
3. Read, learn and understand international PPE testing standards
4. Maintain laboratory tidiness and manage sample storage
5. Support technologists during customer visits, seminars and site tours when required
Full training will be provided where needed.
About You
Essential
6. GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Mathematics and Science (minimum grade C or above)
7. Highly organised, enthusiastic and able to work independently and as part of a team
8. Competent in Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
9. Ability to accurately follow testing procedures and methods
10. Strong time management skills with a flexible approach to changing priorities and deadlines
11. Keen eye for detail and methodical approach to electronic data entry and paperwork
Desirable
12. Experience working at height / using fall protection PPE
13. Experience in industrial roofing
14. Forklift truck experience
15. Experience working with standards
Benefits Include
Staff benefits include 25–30 days (service related) annual leave; life assurance; a group personal pension plan; income protection; free parking; and flexible working hours.
Closing date for receipt of applications is 29th May 2025
Interviews will be held on site on Monday 8th June 2026
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