Electrical Testing Supervisor | Germany

Kirby Group Engineering
Germany
On-site

Who this role is best for

Electrical professionals with testing and certification experience in pharmaceuticals or data centres will find this supervisory role with a long-term project portfolio in Germany

Best fit for

  • Candidates with electrical trade experience and Safe Electric QC Certifier qualifications in regulated industries
    — “Safe Electric QC Certifier Qualified.”
  • Individuals who have supervised low voltage installations and compiled compliance reports
    — “Supervise / Carry out testing of Low Voltage installations as required by national governing bodies, issue report and snag list.”
  • Professionals with a background in I&C installations and experience with redlined drawings
    — “Verification of Redlined Drawings for the LV Installation that is being Tested.”

Things to consider

  • The role demands hands-on site work and adherence to strict regulatory compliance standards
    — “Supervise / Carry out Testing & Inspection and Certification of all Kirby Electrical Installations as required by national governing bodies”
  • Prior experience in ATEX environments may be necessary for full consideration
    — “CompEx E01-06 qualified for ATEX environments (preferable).”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience with electrical safety protocols like LOTO and COHE in your resume and interviews
    — “Implement and manage Lock Out-Tag Out (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy (COHE) on projects where they are the AP”
  • Highlight your ability to compile detailed defect reports and snag lists from past projects
    — “Compile defect reports on compliance with national electrical regulations.”
  • Showcase your leadership in quality training and process improvement initiatives
    — “Provide continuous Quality Training Support to Project teams – i.e. Glanding & Terminating.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • compliance with national regulations
  • timely project delivery
  • high-quality work
Typical background
electrical engineeringproject management

Skills & requirements

Required

Electrical TestingLOTO And COHE ManagementElectrical Safety ProceduresProject ManagementTeam Supervision

Preferred

Electrical EngineeringQuality Assurance

About the role

Original posting from Kirby Group Engineering via Greenhouse

Permanent position available with a considerable portfolio of works for the next 5+ years

To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects.

To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards.

To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability.

To work with the best.

Excellent package on offer with room for negotiations

About Kirby Group Engineering

Kirby Group Engineering is an international multi-disciplinary engineering services contractor and leading provider of high-value engineering services to a number of ‘blue chip’ companies. Operating across Ireland, the UK, Europe and South Africa, Kirby has become the engineering service provider of choice in growth segments such as pharmaceuticals, data centres and power transmission and distribution. Our culture is innovative, collaborative and performance focused. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to developing talent and rewarding performance.

Role Purpose

An exciting opportunity for an Electrical Testing Supervisor has arisen for an energetic individual who would enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. To supervise / carry out Testing & Inspection and Certification of all Kirby Electrical Installations as required by national governing bodies and to ensure compliance with national regulations and electrical safety procedures. To build your career by assisting in the delivery of ‘leading edge’ engineering projects. To work with a vibrant, agile and multi-functional team in delivering projects on time, safely, to budget and to the required quality standards. To benefit from Kirby’s Career Development Programmes that will enhance your leadership capability. To work with the best. 

Key Functions of the Electrical Testing Supervisor

Implement and manage Lock Out-Tag Out (LOTO) and Control of Hazardous Energy (COHE) on projects where they are the AP (appointed person)

Carry out Pre-Test Inspections (walk-down the field installation of each system term to term) on site and compile defect reports on compliance with national electrical regulations.

Notify Project Manager and QC lead of any non-conformances or hazards on site.

Supervise / Carry out testing of Low Voltage installations as required by national governing bodies, issue report and snag list.

Compilation of reports and issue ‘As Built’ Test Certificates

Verification of Redlined Drawings for the LV Installation that is being Tested.

Update cable schedules.

Create DB schedule’s for inclusion in O&M.

Complete Test Record Sheets

Manage and Implement Electrical Safe System of Work on site (if they are the AP)

Carry out periodic inspections and surveys of installations.

Electrical Testing Supervisor Responsibilities

Provide continuous Quality Training Support to Project teams – i.e. Glanding & Terminating.

Supervise / Carry out Inspection & Testing of Main and Sub-Main Distribution Boards and Transformer offloading cabling.

Supervise / Carry out Inspection & Testing of Final Sub-Circuits.

Assist close-out of project issues/ investigations / queries.

Ensure safety measures are being implemented with regard to meters and PPE being used i.e. ARC Flash.

Issues Final Certification for project.

Necessary requirement of the Electrical Testing Supervisor

Electrical Trade Background and/or a Third Level qualification in either Electrical or Building Services Engineering preferred.

Ideally will possess 4+ years relevant experience in a similar position working for a Recognised company.

Safe Electric QC Certifier Qualified.

Safe Electric / NICEIC or similar ‘City & Guilds’ Inspection & Testing trained and qualified.

CompEx E01-06 qualified for ATEX environments (preferable).

LOTO and COHE trained.

‘Authorised Person’ competent and trained.

Adhere to Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear switching protocols - ACB’s, MCCB’s etc.

Good Knowledge of I&C installations.

Pharma / Medical Devices / Data Centre experience / knowledge.

Technical Knowledge and experience of Low Voltage systems and regulatory requirements – ETCI, British Standards, EN standards and Cenelec, is desirable.

Desired Competencies / special role requirements

Results Orientation

Autonomous

Customer Service/Relationship Builder

Innovates and Improves Processes

Attention to Detail

Resilience and Positivism

Team Worker/Builder

For more information on this Electrical Testing Supervisor/ Testing Supervisor position or other similar Electrical Testing Supervisor/Testing Supervisor opportunities based in Ireland, the UK or Europe contact the Talent Acquisition Team in Kirby Group confidentially on +353 (0)1 454 0411 or apply in confidence.

For more information on this role, or other Construction / Engineering opportunities across Ireland, the UK, Europe, or South Africa please review our careers page (Vacancies - Kirby Group Careers) or contact the Talent Acquisition Team at Kirby Group in confidence on +353 (0)1 454 0411.

Kirby Group Engineering is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age.

Source: Kirby Group Engineering careers (Greenhouse)

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