Electrical QC Tester
Duties
* 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.
* Carry out testing of Low Voltage (LV) installations as required by national governing bodies i.e., Safe Electric, 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, for changes made.
* Create Distribution Board / Panel Charts schedules for inclusion in O&M Manual.
* Complete Test Record Sheets as per International Standards i.e., IEC, EN, IS, etc.
* Manage and Implement Electrical Safe System of Work on site (if acting as AP role)
* Carry out periodic inspections and surveys of installations.
Electrical Testing Technician Responsibilities
* Carry out Inspection & Testing of Main and Sub-Main Distribution Boards and Transformer offloading cabling.
* Carry out Inspection & Testing of Final Sub-Circuits (including functional checks).
* Carry out Earthing & Bonding Testing.
* Carry out testing of Control circuits.
* Set discrimination settings into protective devices (as provided by the Design Consultant).
* 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 protection, ATEX, incl. associated signage / labelling.
* Issues Final Safe Electric, ATEX and Commissioning Certification for project.
* Maintain LOTO (Lock-Out Tag-Out) measures on projects.
Previous Experience / Qualifications
* Electrical Trade Background and/or a Third Level qualification in either Electrical or Building Services Engineering preferred.
* City & Guilds 2407 – Electrical Testing and Verification of Electrical Installations (Ireland) trained and qualified.
* LOTO and COHE trained.
* Adhere to Low Voltage (LV) Switchgear switching protocols – ACB's, MCCB's etc.
* Technical Knowledge and experience of Low Voltage systems and regulatory requirements
* Ability to read detailed electrical drawings and cable schedules.
* Ability to fault find/diagnose issues on installations while testing.
Desirable
* CompEx E01-06 qualified for ATEX environments (preferable).
* Authorised Person (AP) competent and trained (preferable).
* Good Knowledge of I&C installations.
* Data Centre experience / knowledge