Temperature Mapping & Calibration Technician

Ascension Executive Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training provided

Career development opportunities

Nationwide travel

Job summary

Ascension Executive Recruitment is assisting a client to recruit a Temperature Mapping & Calibration Technician for Dublin 15, with nationwide travel. Full training will be provided, and no prior mapping experience is required.

The role covers mapping and calibration of laboratory and industrial equipment, both on site and at the company’s facility, with emphasis on quality and SOP compliance.

Qualifications

• No specific third-level qualification is required.
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent acceptable.
• Full clean driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform temperature mapping on equipment including: laboratory refrigerators, freezers, ultra-low temperature freezers, incubators, ovens, climatic chambers.
• Conduct on-site and in-facility mapping and calibration activities.
• Prepare accurate temperature mapping reports and calibration documentation.
• Maintain detailed records in line with quality standards and procedures.
• Travel nationwide to customer sites across Ireland.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Willingness to learn

Organised

Education

Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Location: Dublin 15 (with nationwide travel)
Contract: 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract (Strong Potential for Permanent Role)
Reporting To: Service Manager

Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated and technically minded Temperature Mapping & Calibration Technician to join their growing Service team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone at the early stages of their career who is eager to develop specialist technical skills within a highly regulated industry.

No previous temperature mapping or calibration experience is required as full training will be provided. Our client is looking for an individual with a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and a willingness to learn and develop in a hands‑on technical environment.

The role involves working both from the company’s Dublin facility and at customer sites throughout Ireland.

Key Responsibilities

Following a comprehensive training programme, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Performing temperature mapping on a range of equipment, including:
  • Laboratory refrigerators
  • Freezers
  • Ultra‑low temperature freezers
  • Incubators
  • Ovens
  • Climatic chambers
• Conducting temperature mapping activities both on‑site with customers and at the company’s premises.
• Carrying out temperature calibration of customer equipment in line with approved procedures.
• Completing all required pre‑work and post‑work checks.
• Setting up, operating, and retrieving temperature mapping and calibration equipment.
• Preparing accurate temperature mapping reports and calibration documentation.
• Maintaining detailed records in accordance with quality standards and procedures.
• Assisting with the maintenance, verification, and calibration of the company’s own equipment.
• Ensuring all work is completed in line with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), quality systems, and health & safety requirements.
• Building and maintaining professional relationships with customers while working on‑site.
• Supporting colleagues across the Service and Quality teams as required.

Candidate Profile

This role would suit someone who:

• Has a strong interest in technical or engineering‑related work.
• Enjoys problem‑solving and working with equipment.
• Demonstrates excellent attention to detail.
• Is organised, reliable, and capable of managing their workload effectively.
• Is comfortable learning new systems and technologies.
• Can work independently once trained.
• Is willing to travel regularly throughout Ireland.
• Takes pride in delivering high‑quality work and customer service.

Essential Requirements

• Full clean driving licence.
• Based within a reasonable commuting distance of Damastown, Dublin 15.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures accurately.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Competent IT and computer skills.
• Ability to work independently following training.
• Willingness to travel nationwide.
• Positive attitude and strong desire to learn and develop professionally.

Qualifications & Experience

No specific third‑level qualification is required.

Our client welcomes applications from candidates with a Leaving Certificate or equivalent qualification who can demonstrate the right attitude, aptitude, and commitment to learning.

The following experience would be advantageous but is not essential:

• Temperature mapping
• Calibration
• Validation activities
• Laboratory environments
• Pharmaceutical or life sciences industries
• Field service or technical support roles
• Highly regulated or quality‑controlled environments
• Working in accordance with SOPs and documented procedures

What’s on Offer?

• Full training and development provided.
• Opportunity to gain specialist skills within a growing technical field.
• Exposure to laboratory, pharmaceutical, and regulated industry environments.
• Nationwide customer‑facing experience.
• Strong potential for a permanent position following the initial 12‑month contract.
• Supportive team environment with ongoing learning opportunities.

If you’re a motivated individual looking to build a long‑term career in a technical services environment, we’d love to hear from you.