LEV Engineer
Mechanical Jobs ⫽ HVAC Technician
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
£35,000 - £40,000
Permanent, Full time
Desirable Skills
LEV Inspection, LEV Testing, LEV Installation, p601
Job description
About Our Company
Our client is a market-leading supplier of customized dust extraction and LEV systems to the woodworking sector. With over 30 years of experience, they design, manufacture, install, and maintain extraction solutions ranging from portable units to large-scale bagging and hopper systems and provide COSHH/LEV testing across the UK.
Role Overview
As an LEV Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the effectiveness, safety, and regulatory compliance of LEV systems. You'll lead on-site commissioning, thorough testing, maintenance, and client support, working closely with both the technical team and end users.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct Thorough Examination and Testing (TExT) of LEV systems to ensure they continue to meet design specifications and effectively control exposure.
- Perform LEV system commissioning, including setup, balancing, airflow measurement, filter inspection, and fan performance evaluation
- Assess and troubleshoot system performance issues such as airflow imbalance, duct leaks, filter blockages, and mechanical faults.
- Provide recommendations for system upgrades, relocations, or redesigns to optimize LEV performance and efficiency
- Collaborate with internal manufacturing and design teams to relay feedback from the field and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Maintain accurate testing reports and documentation to support compliance with COSHH and HSE requirements
- Deliver exceptional client-facing service, including explanation of test results, guidance on corrective actions, and support with system operation.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
- Professional qualification in LEV testing such as BOHS P601 or equivalent; additional certification (e.g., W501, W503) is an advantage.
- Demonstrable expertise in LEV systems, including components like hoods, ducting, fans, filters, and airflow measurement
- Strong knowledge of COSHH and HSE LEV guidelines, along with a solid grasp of design, performance, and regulatory considerations
- Hands-on experience with installation, commissioning, testing, fault detection, and performance tuning of LEV systems.
- Excellent technical and analytical skills, with acute attention to details
- Effective communication abilities-capable of translating technical findings for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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Robert Hurst Group Ltd
Vita House, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG21 7PG, United Kingdom
01256 817878