Technical Assessor - CPS / MCS / PAS 2030

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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