Instrument Technician

VRS-UK; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration and benefits package

Job summary

VRS Equipment Leasing Limited is recruiting an Instrument Technician for our Macclesfield site. You will calibrate laboratory equipment, help ensure audit readiness, and minimise downtime while monitoring performance and supporting safety procedures.

You will document activities thoroughly and contribute to a collaborative team focused on instrument maintenance and reliability. A junior pathway is also available for apprenticeships.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in relevant Engineering discipline.
• Experience in a GxP or ISO laboratory.
• 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 of equipment and activities.

Skills

Calibrate equipment

Documentation

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!

Keywords: lab equipment, technician, laboratory, calibration, co-ordinator, support, scientific, instrument technician, repair, maintenance, Manchester, Macclesfield, Stockport, Cheadle, Cheshire, Lancashire, Northwest, VRS9560PC