Engineering Technician

VRS Recruitment; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

VRS Recruitment is recruiting an Instrument Technician to be based at a Macclesfield site. You will calibrate scientific equipment across the site, drive audit readiness and minimise downtime, monitor equipment performance and support safety measures, and maintain comprehensive documentation.

A junior position is available for recently completed apprentices, with excellent remuneration and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Engineering discipline.
• Experience in a GxP or ISO laboratory.
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing general laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate scientific equipment across the site.
• Ensure audit readiness and minimise downtime.
• Monitor equipment performance and support safety measures.
• Maintain documentation related to equipment and processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Engineering

Job description

Our client is a global provider of scientific solutions, helping laboratories around the world enable advancements in many areas such as pharmaceutical, food, environmental and healthcare.

We're recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated Instrument Technician to be based at their client's site in Macclesfield.

In this role, you'll be responsible for calibrating scientific equipment across the site, ensuring audit readiness and minimising downtime. You'll also be monitoring equipment performance, supporting safety measures, and maintaining documentation.

To be considered for this role, you will have:

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in relevant Engineering discipline
• Experience in a GxP or ISO laboratory
• Previous experience maintaining and repairing general laboratory equipment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team

A junior position is also available in the team and we're considering candidates who have recently completed their apprenticeship.

The company offer an excellent remuneration and benefits package with opportunities to develop your career and instrument experience!