Service Technician (Instrumentation & Calibration)

Interaction Recruitment; Oxford; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Service Technician (Instrumentation & Calibration) in Oxford. The role involves calibrating and repairing precision instruments, requiring hands-on experience and strong analytical skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £62,400–£76,960, comprehensive training, and long-term career prospects.

Benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Pension scheme

Standard holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in technical service.
• Proficiency in instrument calibration and fault diagnostics.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform repairs on instruments.
• Analyze service data to identify root causes.
• Communicate technical issues to teams.

Skills

Technical service experience

Instrumentation calibration

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Education

Associate degree in Electronics

Vocational training in Engineering Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office

Service tracking software

Job description

Overview

Job Role: Service Technician (Instrumentation & Calibration)

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary: £62,400–£76,960

Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Client

A global leader in environmental monitoring and instrumentation solutions is expanding its Service Department and seeking a technically skilled Service Technician. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands-on experience in calibration, diagnostics, and repair of precision instruments to join a high-impact, innovation-driven team.

The Package

• £62,400–£76,960 annual salary
• Monday–Friday schedule (40 hours/week)
• 20–25% travel to customer sites and regional offices
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive team culture with long-term career prospects
• Pension scheme and standard holiday entitlement (details TBC)

The Responsibilities

• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on advanced instrumentation
• Analyze service data to identify root causes and recommend corrective actions
• Maintain accurate service records and documentation
• Communicate technical issues and resolutions to internal teams
• Report recurring service trends to support product development
• Provide on-site service support as required (20–25% travel)

The Requirements

• 1–2 years of experience in technical service, instrumentation, or electronics
• Proficiency in instrument calibration and fault diagnostics
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and schematics
• Familiarity with electronic components and basic repair techniques
• Moderate proficiency in Microsoft Office and service tracking software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator across technical and non-technical teams
• Associate degree or vocational training in Electronics, Engineering Technology, or related field preferred (or equivalent hands-on experience)

For more information or to apply, contact Reegan:
07969154727
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