Test Technician

Vrieservice; Fareham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A customer-focused engineering organization in Fareham is seeking a Test Technician for a 6-month contract with potential extensions. The role involves testing and calibrating units, troubleshooting circuitry, and following strict safety guidelines. Ideal candidates should be motivated to learn and possess strong calibration techniques. Competitive pay at £22/hour plus shift uplift, with 25 days of holiday and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Potential shift uplift

Qualifications

• Motivated to learn and practice calibration techniques.
• Competent in reading drawings and conducting verification tests.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting on circuitry.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment to test/calibrate units.
• Perform troubleshooting and failure analysis of circuitry.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.

Skills

Calibration techniques

Troubleshooting

Detail-oriented organization

Use of test equipment

Proficiency in Microsoft Windows

Tools

Electronic and electromechanical equipment

Pressure controllers

Hand tools and power tools

Job description

Role:

Test Technician

Location:

Fareham

Duration:

6 months (likely extensions)

Rate:

£22/hour + 25% shift uplift - £27.50/hour PAYE

Holiday entitlement - 25 days per annum (accrued) + pension scheme

Shift pattern:

2pm - 10:30pm Mon - Thurs and 11am to 4pm Friday

Position Summary

Elevate your standards and embrace precision perfected, every detail, every line, speaks with precision, a masterpiece of engineering excellence! If you're a Test Technician looking for a new opportunity working for a customer-focused, growing organization that offers training, development, and career progression.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate must be motivated to learn and routinely practice excellent calibration techniques. You will need to complete work according to business instructions, specifications, and procedures. Ideally, you will be competent in reading drawings, conducting verification tests, and calibration on electronic and electromechanical equipment with the use of various measurement tools, including pressure controllers. Skills in basic engineering competencies, fine assembly, calibration, and testing procedures are preferred.

Qualifications

The Test Technician will:

• Set up and operate equipment to test/calibrate units/subassemblies as per instructions, specifications, and procedures.
• Perform troubleshooting and failure analysis of analogue and digital circuitry to component level.
• Provide detailed written failure descriptions with root cause analysis to production and engineering.
• Follow written and verbal instructions, adhering to all company guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Carry out production, repair, and assembly work within multiple departments on site.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment following company safety policies.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, capable of multi-tasking, and able to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize duties with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
• Skilled in the use of test equipment, hand tools, power tools, and electric soldering.
• Ability to analyze and determine methods and procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Windows software applications.