Econform Careers

About The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to be involved in an early-stage SAAS company with room for progression in line with expansion.

Introduction

We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented SEMA Approved Racking Inspector (SARI) Inspector to support the safe and compliant operation of a wide range of warehouse storage systems. to ensure the safe and efficient operation of our warehouse systems. Reporting to the Technical Director of Econform, the SARI will play a key role in conducting inspections to a SEMA standard, supporting end-user compliance, identifying commercial opportunities aligned with our broader service offering, and potentially delivering training to end-users.

Duties (Inspection & Compliance)

• Carry out inspections in accordance with SEMA’s Approved Racking Inspector (SARI) role (see full brief on page 3).
• Perform routine inspections on a diverse range of pallet racking and storage systems, identifying damage, risk categories, and non-compliance.
• Document inspection findings clearly, including observations, defect categorisation, and required actions, using appropriate reporting tools.
• Collaborate with the inspection co-ordinator to manage and maintain an efficient diary of inspection work.
• Provide technical support to clients to aid understanding of inspection outcomes and risk prioritisation.

Duties (Training & Support)

• Potentially deliver rack safety awareness and maintenance training to clients where required.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to address identified issues promptly and effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to warehouse operations.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to optimize system reliability and longevity.

Duties (Sales & Business Development)

• Identify project opportunities during site visits and pass scoped information to the sales team for quotation.
• Promote relevant Nene Warehouse Solutions (and wider NWS Group) products and services while on-site.
• Undertake site management and supervision of project works where required.

Duties (Other)

• Maintain awareness of relevant industry guidance including SEMA Codes of Practice, HSG76, and warehouse safety standards.
• You are not permitted to engage directly with clients on any commercial opportunities outside of official Econform and NWS Group channels. All opportunities must be referred internally.
• Travel and overnight stays are to be expected from time to time.

Skills and Experience (Essential)

• SEMA Approved Rack Inspector qualification is essential.
• Proven experience in conducting racking inspections and compiling comprehensive reports.
• Strong understanding of a range of storage systems.
• Strong understanding of current guidance and legislation relating to storage equipment.
• Technically minded, with excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage own workload and work collaboratively with co-ordinator to plan and manage diary.
• Full UK driving licence and happy to travel.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.

Skills and Experience (Desirable)

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, logistics, or a related field.
• Certification or training in workplace safety (e.g., IOSH, NEBOSH) is advantageous.
• Experience delivering formal training is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company pension.
• Private medical insurance.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Fuel card and business expenses covered.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.
• Free on-site parking at Head Office.

How to Apply

If you are a highly organised and technically capable individual with a passion for warehouse safety and compliance, we encourage you to apply for the SARI role and contribute to the continued success of our organisation.

NOTE

Role of a SARI (as outlined by SEMA)

• Comply with the SEMA rules associated with the SARI qualification.
• Carry out a risk assessment so that the inspection can be carried out safely.
• Identify whether the racking structure has the correct clearances with respect to pallet/load sizes, bay clear entry, beam levels.
• Record load notice information such as date, rack manufacturer, rack configuration, loadings
• Check that the load notices are appropriate and plausible for the racking being inspected.
• Check for any obvious signs of overloading
• Classify the damage and remedial action in accordance with the SEMA classification system.
• Identify installation errors, such as position of run spacers, floor fixing patterns etc.
• Consider the pallet condition
• Note the type of mechanical equipment in use and whether this is affecting the findings of the inspection.
• Check the plausibility of the operating aisle width.
• Consider the condition of the floor.
• Note how the warehouse and operatives use the system and, if possible, to identify if this is affecting the findings of the inspection.
• Review damage looking for repetition and propose solutions where appropriate.
• Communicate with the Client
• Report any RED risks in writing to the Client during the inspection.
• De-brief the Client at the end of the inspection.
• Seek confirmation that damage reporting and weekly inspections are being done.
• Confirm that maintenance is being done.
• Comment on relevant safety issues identified during the Inspection and propose relevant guidance to address these issues where appropriate.
• Record findings and recommendations in a report to the Client within a reasonable period.