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Test Operative

Test Operative

Syntech Recruitment Ltd

Posted 2 days ago, valid for 10 days

Oxford, Oxfordshire OX44, England

£26,500 - £20 per annum

Full Time

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

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Sonic Summary

The Test Operative position offers a salary of £26,500 per annum and is located near Stadhampton, a 20-minute drive from Oxford.
The role requires experience in mechanical assembly and testing, along with familiarity with engineering drawings and testing tools.
Successful candidates will conduct pressure testing of mechanical assemblies and collaborate closely with a skilled team in a structured environment.
The job includes benefits such as a premium overtime rate, a 9% non-contributory pension scheme, and 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
The company is a globally recognized manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sectors, and the position is permanent and full-time, with a future shift pattern changing to a 4-on, 4-off rotation in 2026.

Test OperativeSalary: £26,500 per annumLocation: Near Stadhampton (20-minute drive from Oxford, not accessible by public transport)Hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 12:00pmInterview Process: One-stage interviewStart Date: ASAPContract Type: Permanent, full-timeFuture Shift Pattern: Moving to a 4-on, 4-off rotation in 2026Join a globally recognised manufacturer of safety-critical components for the aerospace and defence sectors. With multiple Queen’s Awards to their name, this is your opportunity to step into a role with purpose and precision.Test Operative Benefits:

Starting salary of £26,500
Premium overtime rate (paid at 1.5x)
9% non-contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus
Health care cash plan & life assurance
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Lunchtime Friday finish
Excellent long-term training and progression potential
Future move to a 4-on, 4-off shift pattern in 2026

Test Operative Duties:

Conduct pressure testing of mechanical assemblies
Use handheld tools to complete build and test processes
Interpret technical assembly drawings accurately
Perform basic inspection of your own work to meet quality standards
Collaborate closely with a skilled team in a structured testing environment

What we’re looking for:

Experience in mechanical assembly and testing
Familiarity with engineering drawings and testing tools
Basic understanding of pressure testing and NDT methods (desirable)
Experience working with pyrotechnics (beneficial but not essential)
Comfortable working to strict safety standards in a regulated industry

Apply now:If this sounds like your kind of opportunity, click apply or contact Syntech Recruitment today.Application Process: We aim to respond to all applicants within 5 working days. If you do not hear from us in that time, please consider your application unsuccessful.Privacy & Data Retention: By applying, you consent to the secure storage and use of your personal data for recruitment purposes, in line with our Privacy Policy.Syntech Recruitment Ltd: We act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.INDC

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