Technical Assessor - CPS / MCS / PAS 2030 in United Kingdom

Job description

Overview

UKAS is seeking experienced Technical Assessors to support the assessment of Competent Person Schemes (CPS) and Energy Efficiency Measures (EEM) installations under standards including PAS 2030, ISO/IEC 17065, and MCS product schemes. This role is ideal for professionals with a strong technical background in construction, renewable energy, or building control looking for flexible, contract-based work.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out technical assessments of certification bodies offering Competent Person Schemes, PAS 2030 installation schemes, and MCS certification.
• Assess compliance with relevant standards such as ISO/IEC 17065, PAS 2030, PAS 2031, PAS 2035, and relevant MCS product standards.
• Review documentation, observe audits, and evaluate assessor competence.
• Provide technical input into assessment findings, reports, and internal assessment records (IARs).
• Participate in assessment planning, report writing and, where required, attend closing meetings with certification bodies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of changes in relevant legislation, standards, and best practice guidance.
• Represent UKAS in a professional, impartial, and collaborative manner.

Essential Requirements

Experience

• Proven experience in the construction industry or a related technical field at a managerial or senior technical level.
• Hands-on experience in building control, certification, renewable technologies, or technical auditing.
• Demonstrated involvement in product design, testing, inspection, or installation of EEM or MCS technologies.

Knowledge & Skills

In-depth knowledge of:

• PAS 2030, PAS 2031, and PAS 2035.
• Building Regulations across the UK, including the Approved Documents, Technical Handbooks (Scotland), and Technical Booklets (Northern Ireland).
• ISO/IEC 17065 and UKAS accreditation processes.
• Competent Person Schemes and their application under Building Regulations.
• TrustMark Framework and Government-backed schemes such as the BUS, ECO, and Green Homes Grant.
• Product certification, CE/UKCA marking, and Regulation 7 compliance.
• Understanding of MCS scheme requirements and renewable energy technologies.
• Ability to evaluate competence as distinct from formal qualification.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Collaborative and inquisitive approach, with the ability to challenge constructively.

Desirable Attributes

• Membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g. CIBSE, CIOB, IET, Energy Institute).
• Recognised qualification in renewable energy, construction, or related discipline.
• Familiarity with UK qualifications frameworks and regulated qualification registers.
• Understanding of quality management systems and factory production control (FPC).

Other Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills with a non-confrontational, professional manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently.
• Flexibility to travel and attend onsite assessments across the United Kingdom.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

United Kingdom

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

03-07-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English