Final Panel Tester

Hochiki Group; Dartford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Hochiki Group seeks a detail-oriented Panel Tester for their Dartford site. In this role, you will be responsible for testing fire control panels, ensuring quality and safety during manufacturing. Ideal candidates have manufacturing experience and strong teamwork skills, and will enjoy a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

24 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with service

Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom)

Access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Metlife)

Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)

Enhanced workplace pension

Employee Referral Scheme

Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)

Cycle to work scheme

Long Service Awards

Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year

Qualifications

• Conversant with multimeters.
• Experience of working in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines with high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Testing panels by hand and using machines.
• Fault finding.
• Maintaining a safe and clean working environment.

Skills

Multimeters

Accuracy

Reliability

Teamwork

Job description

Kentec Electronics Ltd, during the last 40 years, has expanded into a major worldwide manufacturer of independent fire control panels. Over time, the Kentec brand has become known for its top-quality products, outstanding service, and exceptional support. Headquartered in Dartford, Kent, Kentec has established itself as a global leader, supplying control equipment to more than 90 countries across the world in multiple languages.

As part of the Hochiki Corporation – one of the world’s most established and respected fire detection and life safety manufacturers, with over 100 years of history – Kentec is proud to have been a valued member of the Hochiki family for the past 13 years. This partnership has strengthened our position in the global market, enabling us to deliver world-class fire control panel solutions backed by decades of innovation, quality, and reliability. Our shared values and long-standing collaboration continue to drive progress, excellence, and customer trust across the industry.

We are looking to recruit a Panel Tester to work in our busy manufacturing and production area during the afternoon and evening shifts.

You will work within a team to manufacture high-quality products for our external customers.

Responsibilities

1. Testing panels by hand and using machines
2. Fault finding
3. Maintaining a safe and clean working environment

Skills, Experience, and Person Specification

1. Must be conversant with multimeters
2. Ability to work to tight deadlines with high accuracy
3. Reliable, conscientious, and hardworking
4. Experience of working in a manufacturing environment
5. Ability to work as part of a team

Job Specifics

1. Working hours: 14:00-22:00 Monday to Thursday, 13:00-20:00 on Fridays
2. 24 days holiday, plus bank holidays, increasing with service
3. Employee Assistance Programme (Wisdom)
4. Access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Metlife)
5. Support for loved ones during difficult times (Everest)
6. Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance)
7. Employee Referral Scheme
8. Enhanced workplace pension
9. Enhanced parental leave
10. Free Mental Health First Aid courses (M.H.F.A.)
11. Life Assurance
12. Cycle to work scheme
13. Internal training opportunities
14. Company events
15. Long Service Awards
16. Employee benefits, discounts, and perks (Kencheck)
17. Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year
18. Interest-free payment options for the latest tech through salary spread