Technical Advisor

TUV SUD Limited ,
Fareham, Hampshire
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TUV SUD are now looking to recruit a Technical Advisor to join the Industrial Products team, whose responsibility will be t o advise clients on the most effective methods of conforming to Machinery and other safety-related legislation. The successful candidate should provide accurate guidance on the requirements detailed within the relevant European Directives and Standards, to assist the client in their understanding of legislation, and how conformity may be achieved. Client liaison must be professional with a polite and confidential approach. This is a field-based role that will involve working away from home to deliver services directly on customer sites.The opportunity offers a competitive salary package and benefits package, including the use of a dry company vehicle. Main Duties and Responsibilities: · Conduct on-site evaluations of any hazards associated with client machinery and carry out risk assessments as required. · CE marking of Machinery to relevant Directives using up to date European harmonised standards. · Conduct PUWER inspections, producing detailed reports as required. · Conduct safety related control system evaluation, verification and validation to relevant standards (EN13849 & EN62061). · Auditing of clients’ policies & procedures, risk assessments & other site applicable documentation. · Offer technical advice and assistance to potential new clients, existing customers and internal colleagues, developing contacts and maintaining good relationships with key personnel throughout the business. · Deliver talks and seminars to pre-organised groups of local safety professionals, managers and engineers. Essential Criteria: Qualified in a recognised engineering discipline with good experience within an electromechanical background or equivalent. Good machinery principles are essential with experience of mechanical and electrical operations of equipment. A working knowledge of Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Electromechanically linked machinery are required, but training can be provided to the correct candidate. Good understanding of current PUWER and CE marking processes. Working knowledge of European machinery safety directives and relevant EN standards. Strong interpersonal, organisational and customer service skills are a must. A flexible work ethic is essential as the candidate will be required to travel during the week to customer locations, both in and potentially outside of the UK. Excellent IT skills and experience of Microsoft Office. Full Driving Licence. Desirable Criteria: Recognised engineering qualifications or relevant experience in electromechanical engineering background. Health & Safety qualifications (NVQ, IOSH are desirable) Experience of working on a variety of Electrical / Mechanical equipment within the manufacturing sector, particularly process and packaging machinery. Knowledge and experience of EMC Testing. Hold a Functional Safety accreditation or qualification. This job was originally posted as www.totaljobs.com/job/89683185

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