Strainstall UK is now trading as BES Group Asset Reliability. In our new home as part of BES Group, we remain a leading provider of specialist testing services and structural monitoring to the construction, rail, energy, marine, highways and maintenance sectors.

The BES Group are the leading end to end solution provider in the Testing, Inspection, Certification and Compliance sector. Our team of experts (hand-picked by our Careers Team) cover an extensive range of engineering services.

We are looking to recruit Technicians to join our growing team of industry leading technical authorities, chartered engineers, experienced project managers and technicians.

We combine expert engineering with strong customer service, contract management and operational planning capabilities. Our expertise and understanding of monitoring instrumentation and data acquisition systems enables us to provide a range of integrated testing and monitoring solutions that meet the highly challenging and technically demanding needs of our customers. Our aim is to enable asset owners/managers and construction companies to make timely decisions that reduce the risk of a project throughout the asset lifecycle.

To be considered for this role you will live in North West England and be willing to travel around the UK, overseas and offshore when required. We have office locations in Bristol and Warrington.

What will I be doing?

As our Asset Reliability Division continues to expand in the UK, there is the requirement to grow the Project Delivery Team within the business to support both existing and new contracts. In order to support this growth we are looking for Structural Monitoring Technicians to join the team. This role would entail the successful delivery of projects, working alongside our Engineers which provides opportunity for learning and progression.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Work closely with our Structural Monitoring Engineers and Project Managers in the delivery of various projects
• Ensuring projects are delivered in a safe manner, to schedule and in accordance with customer requirements.
• Work with HSEQ Department to ensure compliance with all Safety, Quality and Environmental and policies, processes and procedures
• Accurately communicate task and project progress (weekly & monthly reporting) to the Structural Monitoring Engineers and Project Managers, in accordance with the approved reporting processes. Inform Project Manager of any project changes/variations.
• Build strong relationships with all clients on new and existing contracts

What makes The BES Group a great place to work?

Testing, inspection, certification and compliance is our core business so that’s what gets 100% of our focus. This is everything we do and we’ve really set the benchmark high. If you work for us, you will get the below and, so much more:

• Starting salary from £25,000 up to £35,000 (dependent on experience)
• 23 days holiday per year (rising to 25 days after 2 years service) + statutory UK holidays
• Opportunity for support towards gaining professional registration (MICE, CEng)
• The opportunity to cross skill and development opportunities
• Laptop and mobile phone provided
• Access to a company pension scheme (opt in or out)
• Attractive overseas and overtime rates
• Use of a pool vehicle for work purposes, so you don't have to use your own miles
• A comprehensive training programme, with ongoing training throughout your career
• The support of a superb employee assistance programme
• Access to lots of discounts and benefits via our company benefits portal including; retail, fitness, holiday and cinema discounts
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities to attend volunteer days
• Company contribution to charity fundraising you participate in; we want to support charities you are passionate about!
• Employee Suggestion programme, because we value input from everyone in the BES Group

What experience do I need?

Our team consists of the best, highly skilled and qualified Engineers and we want our new recruits to have the same attitude, aptitude and appetite for what we do.

You will need:

• Experience in an installation role, radio or electrical installation, a vehicle mechanic role or similar
• Demonstratable experience in: working on projects and as part of a team – this can be at Uni or College
• Practical engineering experience is ideal but not essential (mechanical, electrical or civil)
• Excellent communication skills
• Confident in report writing and completing project documentation
• Be flexible and available to travel to site in UK and overseas from time to time, in support of project activities
• A good level of IT and literacy skills

To apply for this role, simply click “Apply”. We ask for some basic contact information and a CV or your LinkedIn profile, it’s that easy! Please keep in mind, successful candidates will be required to complete the relevant background checks as part of the recruitment process.

We want to inspire everyone to see how important safety is and we expect the same from our people.  And if you’re on the same page as us about that and you’ve got the right skills, experience and attitude, you’ll fit right in.  Simple.  We’re all about diversity and inclusion and that means we want our people to be themselves.  We’re delighted to be an equal opportunities employer and that will never change!

BES Group, Your Safety, Our Focus.