Building Tester

Building Test Technician / Construction Compliance Technician
Location: North London
Salary: £30,000 – £35,000 + Company Van + Tools + Uniform
Hours: Full time / Permanent
Work Location: Remote with site visits

Remarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Building Test Technician to join their expanding team. This role is ideal for someone practical and detail-oriented with a good understanding of building services and a strong desire to learn and grow within a technical environment.

This is a hands-on position where you will be attending a variety of residential and commercial sites to perform building-related testing. Prior testing experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. However, some knowledge of building services (e.g., HVAC, ventilation) would be highly beneficial.

Building Test Technician Role:
As a Building Test Technician, you will visit construction and commercial sites to carry out compliance-related testing. You’ll need strong communication skills, confidence working on live sites, and the ability to learn new technical procedures quickly. This role offers excellent long-term career development for someone with the right attitude and foundation knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out technical testing activities on various construction and commercial sites (full training provided)
• Communicate professionally and clearly with clients and site personnel
• Complete all reporting and results using internal Windows-based systems (no admin required from home)
• Maintain testing equipment and company van, ensuring all tools are in good working condition
• Follow all health and safety and company policies and procedures

What They Are Looking For:

Essential:

• Good understanding of building services (e.g., HVAC or similar)
• Over 25 years old or minimum 2 years driving experience (due to insurance requirements)
• Full UK driving licence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness and ability to learn and develop technical skills
• Comfortable working on active construction and commercial sites

Desirable:

• Located in North London or with good access to the area
• Previous experience in any kind of building-related testing (domestic or commercial)
• CSCS card
• Background in the trades or ex-military experience

Key Attributes:

• Practical and detail-focused
• Reliable and self-motivated
• Physically able and confident working in site-based roles
• Fast learner with a proactive approach to problem-solving

Additional Info:

• Company van, tools, uniform, and all equipment are provided
• All reporting is completed onsite—no after-hours admin
• Excellent training and long-term development opportunities

If you’re seeking a career where you can develop hands-on technical skills in a growing industry, we’d love to hear from you.