Calibration Technician

Securitas UK; Dalgety Bay; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trescal is seeking a Senior Calibration Technician in the United Kingdom to perform advanced calibration and measurements in line with UKAS and ISO 17025 requirements.

You will maintain traceable records, support audits, and provide guidance to colleagues while upholding Trescal’s standards and promoting continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in calibration laboratory or similar technical environment.
• Strong knowledge of calibration practices and metrology across multiple disciplines.
• BS EN ISO/IEC 17025 and UKAS procedures awareness.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate measuring equipment across dimensions, mechanical, electrical, and thermal disciplines.
• Develop, review, and audit automated and manual calibration procedures.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to colleagues and teams.

Skills

Calibration practices

Metrology knowledge

Auditing procedures

Documentation literacy

Communication skills

Education

HND/HNC/NVQ/BTEC Level 3+

Tools

Indysoft software

Job description

Job Description

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As a Senior Calibration Technician at Trescal, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality calibration services to our diverse client base. You will be responsible for performing advanced calibration and measurements in accordance with UKAS and traceable procedures, as well as specific customer requirements. Your duties will include maintaining accurate and traceable records of work, data, and results using our calibration management systems.

• Calibrate a wide range of measuring equipment across multiple disciplines, including dimensional, mechanical, electrical, temperature, pressure, and mass.
• Develop, review, and audit both automated and manual calibration procedures to ensure compliance with company and industry standards.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to colleagues, assisting with their orientation and ongoing development.
• Participate in internal and external audits, supporting continuous improvement and quality initiatives.
• Analyse complex technical issues and deliver practical solutions, drawing on your expertise and experience.
• Ensure all calibration activities are completed in line with Health and Safety procedures, company policies, and recognised standards such as ISO/IEC 17025.
• Maintain calibration instrumentation, equipment, and facilities to the required standards, proactively identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Occasionally undertake other duties within your capabilities, with appropriate training provided as needed.

• Proven experience working in a calibration laboratory or similar technical environment.
• Technical qualification such as HND, HNC, NVQ/BTEC Level 3 or above in a relevant engineering discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong knowledge of calibration practices, metrology, and theories, with practical experience across multiple disciplines.
• Good understanding of BS EN ISO/IEC 17025 and UKAS calibration procedures.
• Competence in using Windows-based operating systems and laboratory management software (e.g., Indysoft).
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to maintain accurate and auditable records.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working in a customer-focused environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing your own workload effectively.
• Commitment to upholding Trescal’s values, including environmental sustainability and continuous improvement.

Are you an experienced calibration professional seeking a new challenge with a global leader in calibration services? Do you want to join a company committed to sustainability and employee development?

Trescal is looking for a Senior Calibration Technician to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to further your career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, offering varied work and the chance to make a real impact.