Trainee / Apprentice Test and Development Technician

SURELOCK MCGILL GROUP LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company located in Wokingham is seeking a Trainee Test and Development Technician to join their friendly team. This full-time position offers training in various testing techniques and engineering principles, with opportunities for practical skill development in a supportive environment. Candidates should be enthusiastic and willing to learn, with good communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Benefits

25 days annual holiday entitlement

Employer contributed pension scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Progression & development opportunities

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Proactive and dynamic with a can-do attitude.
• Organized and tidy with good attention to detail.
• Keen to develop practical skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up test rigs and conduct various testing.
• Assist with maintaining the test lab and calibration.
• Write up testing reports and provide feedback.

Skills

Enthusiasm for engineering

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Location

Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2QY

Salary

Dependent on experience

Contract

Full time, Permanent

Hours

Monday - Friday 8.30am-5pm

Benefits

• Permanent position (full time)
• 25 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays, extra days holiday per 5 years up to 5 days
• Employer contributed pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Progression & development opportunities
• Training provided
• On-site parking
• Friendly environment in a family run business

About Us

Surelock McGill Ltd has been designing, manufacturing and installing high performance door locking & bolting systems for over 50 years.

As leaders in the field, securing the people who secure the country, we continue to see tremendous growth and we continue to expand our business.

We have dozens of employees who have been with the company 25+ years and we\'re looking for experienced and passionate individuals to join our team.

We are based in Wokingham, Berkshire with roles available at our head office and others based around the country.

Job Purpose

An exciting position has become available for a full time Trainee Test and Development Technician to join a friendly team mostly based in Wokingham. Occasionally visits to the offices in Bedford, Manchester and other sites will be required.

Apprenticeships in conjunction with a college for Level 3 Engineering Technician or Level 2 Engineering Operative will be considered, and working hours may be adapted to suit college days.

Role Responsibilities

• Learning to setting up test rigs and conducting destructive and non-destructive testing such as cycle tests, release forces, abuse, and any other adhoc testing
• Learning use of pneumatics and control equipment
• Learning to assemble and install locks for test
• Assisting with maintaining test lab, equipment and calibration
• Learning to work in accordance with test standards and quality procedures
• Assisting with design of test equipment and test methods
• Writing up testing reports
• Feedback test results to the design and production teams to assist product research, design and development
• Plus, any other tasks applicable to your role and experience as requested by Managers/Director

Role Requirements

• Enthusiasm and aptitude for engineering
• Willingness to learn
• Keen to develop practical skills
• Computer literate, able to use Microsoft Office
• Organized & tidy with good attention to detail
• Proactive, driven and dynamic with a can-do attitude
• Good communication, flexibility and a team player

We Are An Equal Opportunity Company

No Agencies Please.