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Calibration Technician (Mechanical)

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 29,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Bristol, City of Bristol

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Calibration Technician (Mechanical)

Location: Bristol (BS15 4NQ)

Department: Calibration Laboratory

Reporting to: Laboratory Team Lead

Salary: £26k – £30k depending on experience

The Role

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Calibration Technician to join a leading Calibration Laboratory in Bristol. This role is focused on ensuring the highest standards of precision and accuracy within our Mechanical calibration discipline. You will be responsible for performing independent calibrations, maintaining auditable records, and ensuring full compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 / UKAS standards.

This is a critical position within the lab, requiring a technician who understands the technical nuances of uncertainty and traceability while maintaining high productivity levels.

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Quality

Precision Calibration: Perform independent calibrations within the Mechanical discipline (e.g., dimensional tools, pressure, mass, torque, and force instrumentation).

Certification: Produce accurate calibration certificates in line with industry standards.

Compliance: Maintain rigorous traceability and auditable records, ensuring all work meets ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.

Audits: Actively participate in internal audits, audit preparation, and non-conformance investigations.

Operational Efficiency

Workflow Management: Meet set turnaround time (TAT) targets and maintain consistent productivity levels.

Cost Control: Support efficient resource utilization and minimize rework through "right-first-time" calibration practices.

Continuous Improvement: Identify process improvements and support corrective actions to enhance laboratory performance.

Team & Safety

Technical Support: Provide internal technical guidance and support the training of laboratory operatives.

Safety First: Adhere to all health and safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for the whole team.

Candidate Profile

Qualifications & Experience

Education: Level 3 or 4 Engineering qualification (or equivalent experience).

Experience: A minimum of 3 years within a professional calibration environment.

Standards: Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 / UKAS accreditation.

Technical Competencies

Proven ability to perform independent mechanical calibrations.

A deep understanding of measurement uncertainty and traceability.

High level of documentation accuracy and attention to detail.

Physically capable of handling and maneuvering calibration equipment as required

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