Warringtonfire, part of the Element Group, has an excellent opportunity for a CAD Operator at our new state-of-the-art fire resistance testing facility – one of the largest and most advanced of its kind in the world. With expanded capacity and cutting-edge technology, we provide comprehensive testing, technical, and certification services to customers globally.
An exciting time to join the 200 strong team of fire safety experts . We believe that you should be working to develop your career. Through our Career Ladder professional development scheme, we will work with you to progress your ambitions to become an expert in your field.
Responsibilities Provide technical back-up, with respect to the survey and provision of drawings / specifications, for fire resistance tests to the department such that the test reports are provided within required time scales and are of appropriate qualityChecking of specimen description details provided by clients prior to tests to ensure that sufficient information has been provided to enable a complete and thorough report to be issuedEnsuring that accurate surveys of specimens are conducted and the details are adequately recorded and checked against the information provided by the clientLiaising with the relevant Testing / Technical Officer and/or the client to obtain or clarify information prior to or after a testProduction of drawings, schedules of components and, where appropriate, other written descriptions in test reportsUse of measuring and/or photographic equipment in connection with surveys.Use of CAD and other systems to fulfil the above tasksUse of specialist equipment to provide other documents, visual aids, newsletters etc., required by technical and other staffCompletion of internal systems using FIREMAN Skills / Qualifications Experienced and confident using AutoCADGood general education including English & MathsStrong written and verbal communication skillsExperience working within a busy working environmentAn understanding of health & safetyA self-motivated individual who takes pride in their workA team playerHighly organisedAbility to work to tight deadlinesConsistent high quality of work
Benefits of working at Element
33 days annual holiday, consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance / Legal & General Pension scheme / Flexible Working / Cycle Scheme / Free Onsite Refreshments / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme / Paid Volunteering days
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Company Overview
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
When failure in use is not an option, we help customers make certain that their products, materials, processes and services are safe, compliant and fit for purpose. From early R&D, through complex regulatory approvals and into production, our global laboratory network of scientists, engineers, and technologists support customers to achieve assurance over product quality, sustainable outcomes, and market access.
While we are proud of our global reach, working at Element feels like being part of a smaller company. We empower you to take charge of your career, and reward excellence and integrity with growth and development.
Industries across the world depend on our care, attention to detail and the absolute accuracy of our work. The role we have to play in creating a safer world is much bigger than our organization.
Diversity StatementAt Element, we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming “the world’s most trusted testing partner”.
All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following: age, disability, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, race, religion, responsibility of dependents, sexual orientation, or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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