Equipment Inspector

Hours of Work
: 07:30 – 15:30, 37.5 hours.

Rate of Pay
: £28,000 – £30,000.

Work Location
:
Knowsley.

Travel Requirements
:
None.

The Asset Management department is a key part of the Logistics function, a shared service for the MJ Quinn Telecoms and Energy divisions. The department ensures that testing equipment and assets for use by in‑field engineers are fit for purpose and compliant with relevant regulations. It consists of an Audit team, responsible for field auditing of engineers and their equipment, and a Service Centre Tooling Workshop, responsible for testing, maintenance, repair and calibration of equipment.

The Equipment Inspector will inspect, test and process equipment within the Service Centre at the Knowsley Logistics Centre. This includes equipment returned from engineers’ vans and equipment being prepared for issuance. The role ensures all assets are safe, compliant and accurately recorded before reissue.

• Inspect, test and assess equipment and PPE returned from field engineers’ vans.
• Carry out pre‑issue inspections to ensure all equipment is fit for purpose and compliant before issuance.
• Perform PAT testing, calibration checks and basic functional testing in line with regulations and company procedures.
• Identify defective, damaged or non‑compliant items and take appropriate action (repair, quarantine or disposal).
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance where appropriate within the Service Centre capability.
• Accurately record all inspection, testing, repair and issue activities within internal systems.
• Ensure full traceability of assets, including returned, repaired and newly issued equipment.
• Operate in accordance with Health & Safety regulations and internal procedures.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment within the Service Centre.
• Support continuous improvement of inspection, testing and logistics processes.

• Telecommunications industry experience.
• Demonstrated experience working according to key health and safety and regulatory requirements for equipment inspection and calibration.
• Ability to work unsupervised and plan daily inspections.
• Time‑management skills.
• Organisational, planning and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to changes in a proactive manner.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately keep records.

• Auditing experience, in particular safety aspects of tooling/assets.
• Experience working with Telecommunications test equipment.
• Equipment PAT testing and calibration experience.
• Experience in mechanical and electrical equipment testing and maintenance.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Excel and Outlook.

• Ability to work unsupervised and plan daily inspections.
• Time‑management skills.
• Organisational, planning and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications, including Excel and Outlook.

• Minimum 5 GCSE passes (grade C or
  4), including English and Maths.

• Educated to A‑level standard.
• Auditing qualifications, e.g. Ladder Inspection, Harness Inspection.

33 days, inclusive of bank holidays and company shutdowns.

• Death in service benefit.
• Health care plan.
• Cycle scheme and company contribution pension scheme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity.

MJ Quinn is a UK‑based infrastructure services provider specialising in delivering comprehensive, end‑to‑end solutions across a range of industries, including telecommunications, utilities and mechanical and electrical engineering. Guided by a commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability, we offer tailored services encompassing design, installation, maintenance and project management.

• People‑Focused:
  We prioritise the well‑being, growth and success of our team and partners.
• Safety Always Matters:
  We are unwavering in our commitment to ensuring a safe environment for all.
• Operational Excellence:
  We strive for the highest standards of quality, efficiency and continuous improvement.
• Sustaining Our Future:
  We are dedicated to delivering sustainable solutions that positively impact the environment and society.

MJ Quinn is committed to promoting an environment that values diversity. All staff are responsible for ensuring that all employees, customers, suppliers and visitors are treated equally and fairly and not discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage & civil partnerships, pregnancy & maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. MJ Quinn welcomes applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of their background, disability or gender and is committed to creating a workforce as diverse as the communities we serve.