Laboratory Equipment Technician

BSI Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading standards organization in Loughborough is seeking a Laboratory Equipment Technician. This full-time role involves managing calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy in testing and product certification. Candidates should possess a relevant qualification and experience with electronic instruments and database systems. Offering a competitive package including healthcare, annual leave, and a bonus, this position supports the integrity of certification processes.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and development

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

Contribution-based pension

27 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of A-Level, NVQ, HNC or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with CMMS and MS Office applications.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate routine calibration of laboratory instruments ensuring UKAS traceability.
• Maintain records of calibration status and manage equipment logistics.
• Verify test rigs against relevant standards and manage new equipment requests.

Skills

Practical experience with electronic and mechanical instruments

Strong problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Digital confidence

Statistical literacy

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently

Education

A-Level, NVQ, HNC or equivalent in scientific, mathematical or engineering subject

BSc in relevant field

Tools

CMMS or similar database systems

MS Office

SAP or similar tools

Job description

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Job Title: Laboratory Equipment Technician

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire

Job Type: Full-time Permanent

Join BSI\'s Product Certification Division as a Laboratory Equipment Technician supporting the accuracy and reliability of testing across our Loughborough laboratory.

In this key role you\'ll manage routine calibration activities, maintain scientific test and measuring equipment, and ensure all assets are available, serviceable, and compliant with quality standards.

Working closely with our testing teams and inventory controller you\'ll deliver a high-quality calibration and control service that underpins our operational performance and supports the integrity of our product certification work.

We\'re looking for someone who can take ownership of the calibration function, uphold exceptional standards, and contribute to the efficiency and excellence BSI is known for.

What You\'ll Do:

• Coordinate routine calibration of laboratory instruments ensuring UKAS traceability.
• Maintain and update calibration schedules, manage equipment logistics and perform occasional in‑house calibrations.
• Keep accurate records of calibration status, verify results, issue labels and maintain documentation in the CMMS database.
• Verify test rigs and instruments against requirements in relevant standards (e.g. BS EN).
• Process new equipment requests and faulty equipment reports, coordinating repairs or replacements internally or externally.
• Identify opportunities to improve calibration processes efficiency and standardisation.
• Provide regular reporting on equipment status, forecasts and repair progress.

What We\'re Looking For:

• Practical experience with electronic and mechanical instruments; use adjustment and disconnection.
• Minimum of A-Level, NVQ, HNC or equivalent in a scientific, mathematical or engineering subject (BSc desirable).
• Experience with CMMS or similar database systems and confidence using MS Office, SAP or similar tools.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Digital confidence, statistical literacy and data‑driven decision‑making skills.
• Adaptable, resilient and able to communicate effectively across teams.
• Self‑starter who can work independently, manage time efficiently and coordinate colleagues when required.

BSI offers a competitive total reward package and an independent, varied job in an international environment, with flexible working hours, ongoing training and development, annual bonus, contribution‑based pension, private healthcare, 27 days annual leave, bank holidays, income protection & life assurance.

Join BSI and help deliver calibration excellence that underpins our product testing and certification services.

Equality & Diversity

BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow and engage with our global organisation.

If you require any reasonable accommodation to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

About BSI

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognised for having a positive impact on organisations and society, building trust and enhancing lives. Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000‑strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organisations and governments. Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors – including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare – BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil their aspirations. Living by our core values of Client‑Centricity, Agility and Collaboration, BSI provides organisations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society\'s critical issues from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between – to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.