Technical Maintenance Specialist

Kenton Black; England; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Technical Maintenance Specialist in Suffolk to ensure the reliability of laboratory instrumentation. The role involves maintaining compliance with QMS and ISO standards while optimizing maintenance processes and leading projects aimed at continuous improvement. Candidates should have a relevant degree and technical experience in an analytical laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Technical experience in an analytical testing laboratory is essential.
• Familiarity with IEC/ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and QMS is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair laboratory instrumentation to ensure compliance with QMS and ISO standards.
• Manage service maintenance contracts and coordinate preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Knowledge of quality KPIs and metrics

Education

Degree in a scientific or related field

Job description

Technical Maintenance Specialist, Suffolk

Location: Suffolk/Cambridgeshire

Duration: Permanent

Our client is seeking a Technical Maintenance Specialist to maintain and repair laboratory instrumentation, ensuring compliance with QMS and ISO 17025 standards.

Responsibilities:

• Optimize maintenance processes and equipment reliability, providing hands-on support for instrument maintenance and repairs.
• Engage in training and development to enhance technical skills.
• Participate in LEAN projects.
• Manage and maintain service maintenance contracts for laboratory equipment and facilities.
• Lead contract renewal negotiations focusing on cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Coordinate with operational and technical teams for preventive maintenance.
• Serve as the main contact for on-site service engineers, ensuring timely repairs and maintenance.
• Oversee engineer arrivals and communicate effectively with service providers.
• Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, contracts, and LEAN project outcomes.
• Communicate updates on schedules, contracts, and projects across the organization.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health, and Safety standards.

Requirements:

• A degree or equivalent in a scientific or related field.
• Technical experience in an analytical testing laboratory.
• Familiarity with IEC/ISO 17025, ISO 9001, and other ISO standards, along with QMS.
• Experience in fast-paced, high-throughput environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Knowledge of quality KPIs and metrics, with the ability to implement improvements.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience in auditing.