To manage the day-to-day field inspection operations of the various OFTEC registration schemes (competent persons scheme (CPS), microgeneration certification scheme (MCS) and PAS 2030, with particular focus on the management of team of OFTEC inspectors for evaluating the competence of registrants to government requirements.
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Scope of job
To take responsibility for the competence and performance of the OFTEC field inspection team in the day to day running of the inspection regime for the registration schemes in accordance with our government authorisation and with our UKAS accreditation to ISO 17065.
This role will involve some inspection work to be undertaken directly where conflicts of interest arise, or where inspectors are not available or for monitoring the performance of inspectors or for training purposes.
Reporting structure
The Inspection Services Manager reports to the Registration Services Director, who reports to the Chief Executive Officer and who in turn reports to the main Board.
Key responsibilities and accountabilities
To provide day to day management of the field inspection team
Assist the compliance department on non-conformance matters when required
Control of inspection services budget for sub-contract Inspectors
Responsibility for authorising payment of inspector invoices
Co-ordinate regular inspector team meetings and report matters arising
Provide monitoring of performance and competency of the OFTEC inspectorate
Conduct inspections as required due to conflicts, disputes, etc.
Lead on recruitment, induction, training and mentoring new inspectors
Sample and audit inspection reports in accordance with procedural requirements and provide feedback to inspectors
Receive and analyse monthly statistical data on registrant surveillance and non-conformance to OFTEC management and the technical department
Ensure yearly inspection targets are met and participate in monthly meetings
General requirements of job
The role requires general office administration
Supporting the Registration Services Manager, Registration Services Supervisor, Compliance Services Manager and registration and inspection administrators on surveillance and/or other matters when required
Travel throughout UK and Ireland and overnight stays to be expected, as required
Attendance at head office desirable pending on-site commitments
Other duties as may be required from time to time as agreed with the Registration Services Director
Attendance at meetings/events as required
Person specification
Interpersonal skills
IT literacy
Keyboard skills
Full driving licence
5 years minimum industry experience on the tools
GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent)
Knowledge of industry / building regulations
Knowledge of BS 5410 parts 1 & 2
Knowledge of Health & Safety at Work Act
Awareness CPS, MCS, MHCLG and other legislators
Desirable
Awareness of Green Deal/PAS2030/PAS2031
Awareness of the TrustMark Quality Mark scheme
Hold a current/previous auditing qualification
Hold current oil competencies and unvented hot water
Hold solid fuel competencies
Hold renewable technology competencies
Hold electrical qualification for Part P work
Awareness of ISO17065 & ISO17024 certification standards
Where desirable is indicated full training may be given upon appointment of the position.
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