Fire Testing Laboratory Technician

Posting Date: 17 Mar 2025

City: Genova

Location:

Genova, IT, 16128

Contract Type: Permanent

Division: Mediterranean & Africa Certification

Level of experience: Intermediate

RINA is currently recruiting for a Fire Testing Laboratory Technician to join its office in Genoa, Italy within the Mediterranean & Africa Certification Division.

Mission

As a Fire Test Laboratory Technician will play a crucial role in contributing to the planning and execution of tests in alignment with international standards and client requirements. This position requires a focus on safety protocols, accurate record-keeping, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of our fire testing laboratory. #LI-MC1

Key Accountabilities

Test Planning and Execution:
- Contribute to the development of test plans following international standards, methods, and client requirements.
- Participate in conducting reaction and resistance to fire tests on materials and products.
Ensuring Compliance:
- Contribute to ensuring that all tests are conducted according to international standards and methods.
- Stay informed about industry-specific testing requirements and help in adjusting protocols accordingly.
- Contribute to identifying and addressing potential safety hazards in the laboratory.
- Contribute to the metrological traceability of the instruments and apparatuses.
Record Keeping:
- Contribute to maintaining accurate and detailed records of test procedures, results, and any anomalies observed during testing.
- Contribute to the preparation of comprehensive test reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Equipment Operation and Maintenance:
- Contribute to the operation and maintenance of specialized laboratory equipment used for fire testing.
- Report any identified issues with equipment functionality.
Contributing to Quality Assurance:
- Contribute to the implementation of quality control measures to ensure accurate and reliable test results.
- Manage and provide for calibration of the assigned appliances.
- Provide support in the development and implementation of quality control measures.
Collaboration:
- Collaborate with team members, researchers, and clients to understand testing requirements.
- Provide technical support during collaborative projects, offering assistance and learning from senior team members.

Education

Master’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering General or Physics

Qualifications

Basic experience or exposure to laboratory work, preferably with an interest in fire testing.
Familiarity with fundamental concepts of international standards and testing methodologies related to fire safety.
Basic proficiency in assisting with the planning and execution of reaction and resistance to fire tests.
Developing analytical skills, with a focus on chemical or diagnostic testing.
Awareness or willingness to learn about ISO IEC 17025 and ISO 9001 scheme is a plus.

Competencies

ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future

With over 5,800 employees and 200 offices in 70 countries worldwide, RINA is a multinational player which provides certification, marine classification, product testing, site supervision and vendor inspection, training and engineering consultancy services across a wide range of sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion. The aim is to guarantee a project’s technical, environmental and safety - and sometimes also economic and financial - sustainability.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.