COMPEX Electricians, Apex Inspections
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £375 per day |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | SL4 4SY |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | CP Management Solutions LTD |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | JBC-44597 |
Summary
CompEx Electrician – Detailed & Apex Inspection (Ascension Island)
4 weeks starting Mid March
Paying £375 per day
Flights, accommodation, food provided
Role Overview
To conduct detailed and apex inspections of hazardous area electrical installations in accordance with BS EN 60079-17, ATEX/DSEAR principles, and site safety standards. The role is based on Ascension Island and involves working in a remote, industrial environment supporting critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
• Perform Detailed (Close) Inspections of Ex-rated equipment.
• Conduct Apex (Initial/Periodic) Inspections to verify full compliance of hazardous area installations.
• Inspect protection concepts including Ex d, Ex e, Ex i, Ex n, Ex t systems.
• Examine cable glands, terminations, earthing/bonding, and enclosure integrity.
• Verify equipment certification, tagging, and hazardous area classification compliance.
• Record and categorise defects (minor/major/critical).
• Produce structured inspection reports and remedial action lists.
• Work in compliance with site-specific safety management systems.
• Support engineering teams during shutdowns or upgrade projects.
Essential Qualifications
• CompEx Certification (Ex01–Ex04 minimum)
• Recognised Electrical Apprenticeship / NVQ/SVQ Level 3
• 18th Edition (BS 7671)
• Proven hazardous area inspection experience
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN 60079 series
Email: jo@coregroup.org.uk