EQUIPMENT INSPECTOR TEAM MANAGER - #1691477

Salary l £35,000- £37,500 (depending on experience)

Working Hours l Monday- Friday 8am-4pm (37.5 hrs)

ABOUT MJ QUINN

MJ Quinn Integrated Services Ltd is a UK-based company specialising in delivering end-to-end infrastructure services across multiple industries, including telecommunications, utilities, and mechanical and electrical engineering. Established with a commitment to quality and innovation, MJ Quinn provides tailored solutions that integrate design, installation, maintenance, and project management. The company partners with leading organisations to execute complex projects, leveraging cutting-edge technology and a skilled workforce to ensure efficient and reliable service delivery. MJ Quinn’s customer-focused approach and dedication to sustainability have solidified its reputation as a trusted provider in the infrastructure services sector.

At MJ Quinn, our purpose is to play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing critical infrastructure, connecting and supporting communities and businesses across the UK

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Equipment Inspector 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.

The department consists of two main areas: an Equipment Inspector team, responsible for in-field auditing of engineers and their equipment, and the Service Centre Tooling Workshop, responsible for the testing, maintenance, repair, and calibration of equipment.

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Equipment Inspector Manager will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the Equipment Inspector team, with the aim of delivering world-class services and creating a dynamic, forward-thinking team.

They will be responsible for overseeing the activities of the in-field team, to ensure compliance with regulations and to meet the business needs.

The Equipment Inspector Team Manager will work to develop a technically capable team, who are able to provide support to the in-field teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The key responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Line management of the Equipment Inspector team, including provision of coaching and the management of workload, performance and absences


• Ownership of the Inspector process, liaising with key stakeholders to ensure business and regulatory needs are met


• Developing the technical capability of Equipment Inspector team, through the provision of internal and external training, to facilitate all required inspection activities


• Ensuring all Inspecting activities are carried out in accordance with the relevant Health and Safety regulations


• Ensuring all equipment and assets inspected in-field are fit for purpose and in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements, or that documented actions are taken for any items out of compliance


• Implementing and monitoring processes for auditing of safe working practices and equipment inspections


• Ensuring the accurate recording and scheduling of auditing activities in the relevant IT database/system


• Monitoring daily audit completion status and carrying out follow ups with Inspectors as necessary


• Monitoring and carry out trend analysis for the costs within the Inspector team to develop efficiencies, including cost of spare parts, optimisation of van stocks and auditors’ time


• Ensuring availability of spare parts and consumables for Inspectors, to facilitate inspections and in-field replacement of non-compliant equipment


• Visiting Equipment Inspectors throughout the UK to provide support and guidance if required


• Attending departmental meetings, as required, including the Service Delivery Tooling Committee meeting and relevant Health and Safety meetings


• Through having the Train the Trainer accreditation, coordinating auditor training on new equipment or technology and providing refresher training for relevant courses


• Ensuring Inspector accreditations are up to date


• Inspecting the Equipment Inspectors to ensure that their equipment and working practices are compliant


• Developing and monitoring Key Performance Indicators for in-field inspection activities, for example percentage of audits completed according to required timeframe


• Acting as back-up for Inspectors during periods of absence or high workload


• The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organisation and the overall business objectives of the organisation.

Experience, Skills & Qualifications:

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Inspecting/Auditing experience, in particular safety aspects of tooling/assets


• At least 3 years of line management experience, particularly with leading remote workers


• Demonstrated experience working according to key health and safety and regulatory requirements for equipment inspection and calibration

Desirable

• Telecommunications industry experience


• Experience working with Telecommunications test equipment


• Equipment PAT testing and calibration experience

SKILLS

Essential

• Understand and demonstrate good leadership skills


• Organisational, planning and problem-solving skills


• Ability to communicate effectively within all levels of the business and with external parties


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


• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to changes in a proactive manner

Desirable

• Ability to analyse data and generate reports to track and improve department performance

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Essential

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


• Full UK driving licence


• Auditing qualifications, e.g. Ladder inspection, harness inspection, PPE inspection

Desirable

• Train the Trainer accreditation


• Educated to A-level or degree standard


• Health and Safety qualifications, e.g. IOSH Managing Safely


• PAT Testing certification

Benefits:

• Free Parking


• 33 days holiday (25 + Bank holidays)


• Employee Bonus Scheme


• Healthcare Cashback Plan


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Company Contribution Pension Scheme


• Parental Leave and Pay


• Employee Reward and Recognition


• Learning and Development Opportunities


• Gym & Retail Discounts.


• Life Assurance Benefit

Diversity Statement

MJ Quinn’s are 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.

We welcome 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.