Independent Technical Assessor (Competent Persons Scheme)
Location: Remote/UK-Based
Contract Type: Independent Contractor
Industry: Building, Construction, Certification
We are currently looking for experienced Independent Technical Assessors to support UKAS assessments for the ISO/IEC 17065 certification of Competent Person Schemes (CPS). This is a flexible contract opportunity for individuals with strong technical knowledge of building regulations, certification schemes, and CPS operations.
As a Technical Assessor, you will be responsible for evaluating organisations that self-certify building work under Schedule 3 of the Building Regulations, ensuring their competence, processes, and systems meet the required standards.
Key Responsibilities:
* Carry out technical assessments of CPS organisations in accordance with ISO/IEC 17065
* Evaluate scheme compliance with MHCLG Conditions of Authorisation
* Review understanding and application of the Building Regulations 2010 (as amended) and relevant Approved Documents, particularly Schedule 3 and Part 5
* Assess installer competence against Minimum Technical Competence (MTC) requirements
* Provide clear and objective input to assessment reports and contribute to accreditation decisions
* Support UKAS with accurate and timely report writing.
Essential Skills and Knowledge:
* Thorough knowledge of:
* Competent Person Schemes and their role in self-certification
* Building design and construction compliant with the Building Regulations
* Product approval and CE / UKCA marking in line with Regulation 7
* Schedule 3 installation work categories
* PAS2030/31 & PAS2035
* ISO/IEC 17065 standard and product certification principles
* Familiarity with UKAS accreditation and assessment processes, including the role of Technical Assessors and Technical Experts
Qualifications and Experience:
* Ideally, a Degree, Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent in construction, engineering, or architecture disciplines.
* Alternatively, 10+ years of demonstrable experience in a relevant technical or managerial role
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in the construction industry, building control, certification, or a related field
* Experience working at a technical management level, with knowledge of CPS certification and building control
Desirable:
* Membership of a recognised professional institution (desirable but not essential)
* Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
* Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
* Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
* Gas Safe Register (for relevant CPS trades)
* Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)
* Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering (IPHE)
* National Inspection Council for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC)
* Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
* Federation of Master Builders (FMB) (in relevant contexts)
This is a remote-based, flexible contract role with UK-wide coverage. It offers the opportunity to contribute to maintaining high standards across the certification and building compliance sector.
To find out more about the opportunity follow the link:
https://www.ukas.com/about-us/careers/independent-technical-assessors/
Candidate privacy notice link:
https://www.ukas.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/UKAS-Candidate-Privacy-Notice.pdf