Quality Technician

Gap Technical Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Gap Technical Ltd is seeking a Quality Technician to perform QA/QC testing on electrical systems at Deeside, Monday-Friday days. The role involves FAT testing on cables and heater systems, routine electrical testing of mineral-insulated cables, and maintaining meticulous testing records.

The candidate should have 5+ years of QA/QC experience, strong problem-solving and communication skills, and be proficient with MS Office and hand/power tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA/QC experience with electrical systems and test equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to produce clear, concise reports.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Solid understanding of electrical systems and safety standards within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office for record-keeping and report generation.
• Practical experience with hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on cables and heater systems to verify performance and quality standards.
• Perform routine and specialized electrical testing on mineral-insulated cable systems.
• Prepare cable samples and perform medium voltage terminations for testing.
• Conduct tensile and hardness testing as part of QA/QC processes.
• Support R&D initiatives aimed at improving cable performance.
• Manage and maintain inventory of testing materials and equipment.
• Uphold and promote strict adherence to safety protocols, PPE requirements, and industry regulations.
• Maintain accurate, thorough records of test procedures, calibrations, and maintenance activities.
• Provide general production support as needed.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Problem-solving

Communication

Independent & team work

Electrical systems safety

MS Office proficiency

Tools handling

Tools

Line frequency HiPot (up to 50kV)

VLF HiPot

DC Insulation Testing

Tan-Delta Testing

Power Analysis Meters

Inductance & Capacitance Meters

High Current Injection

Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) Fault Finding

Data Acquisition & Logging Equipment

Job description

Quality Technician

£35,360 - £37,440

Deeside

Days Only (Mon-Fri)

Performance Objectives

• Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) on cables and heater systems to verify performance and quality standards


• Perform routine and specialized electrical testing on mineral-insulated cable systems


• Prepare cable samples and perform medium voltage terminations for testing


• Conduct tensile and hardness testing as part of QA/QC processes


• Support R&D initiatives aimed at improving cable performance


• Manage and maintain inventory of testing materials and equipment


• Uphold and promote strict adherence to safety protocols, PPE requirements, and industry regulations


• Maintain accurate, thorough records of test procedures, calibrations, and maintenance activities


• Provide general production support as needed

Person Specification

• Testing Equipment Experience (Preferred):

• Line frequency HiPot (up to 50kV)


• Very low frequency (VLF) HiPot


• DC Insulation Testing


• Tan-Delta Testing


• Power Analysis Meters


• Inductance and Capacitance Meters


• High Current Injection


• Time Domain Reflectometry (TDR) Fault Finding


• Data Acquisition and Logging Equipment

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 5+ years of QA/QC experience with electrical systems and test equipment


• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise reports.


• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Solid understanding of electrical systems and safety standards within a manufacturing environment.


• Proficiency in MS Office for record-keeping and report generation.


• Practical experience with hand and power tools.

Closing Date: 05/09/2026