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Contract Calibration Technician Location: Shoreham-by-Sea, West Sussex - Fully On-Site Contract Type: Fixed-term / Contract (please enquire for duration details)
Salary: 20-25.00 per hour PAYE
About the Opportunity Join a forward-thinking engineering and environmental consultancy team dedicated to creating a safe and sustainable world through innovative, high-quality testing and development solutions. This hands-on role sits within a specialist Calibration Team in the Test Department, combining practical instrumentation work with database management to support quality-assured test facilities for development and certification projects. The company maintains rigorous quality standards (ISO 9001 accredited) and values precision, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform calibration of a wide range of measurement equipment and instruments across disciplines including temperature, pressure, voltage, current, humidity, mass/force, flow, and frequency.
- Maintain and update asset management databases (e.g., Indysoft or similar systems) with accurate records of location, calibration data, and equipment history.
- Carry out calibration activities in both dedicated lab environments and on-site test cells, which may involve working at height or in confined spaces.
- Safely handle, move, and position large, heavy, or awkward items (full manual handling training provided).
- Coordinate with external calibration service providers: raise orders, arrange shipping, and manage returns.
- Conduct basic fault diagnostics and repairs on instrumentation equipment.
- Plan and prioritise workload to meet project deadlines and departmental requirements.
- Strictly follow, and where needed update, calibration procedures, guidance notes, and standards (including UKAS and ISO-accredited methods).
- Provide occasional support to related areas such as the Instrumentation department or Emissions systems team.
- Participate in periodic planned off-site trips to support other operational divisions as required.
Key Skills and Experience
- Strong ability to follow detailed calibration processes with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Methodical, process-oriented approach; comfortable working independently with minimal supervision.
- Proficient computer skills - confident using PC applications (essential: Word and Excel) to read instructions, record data, and communicate.
- Previous experience with asset management databases is highly desirable.
- Background in test facilities, manufacturing, industrial, or similar environments is advantageous.
- Mechanical assembly or basic electrical skills would be a benefit.
- Proven ability to work under time pressure and meet deadlines.
- Strong sense of ownership, customer focus, and commitment to delivering high-quality results.
- Good communication skills to share information, manage work packages, and liaise effectively with engineering teams.
What We Offer
- A welcoming, inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and every voice matters.
- Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that drive sustainability and innovation globally.
- Support for professional growth and the chance to make a real impact.
- Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion - recognised as a Disability Confident employer.
- Full on-site role with a collaborative team environment.
If you are a meticulous, hands-on technician with a passion for precision calibration and quality standards, this contract role offers varied, rewarding work in a respected engineering setting.
Next Steps To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering note highlighting your relevant calibration or instrumentation experience. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process (as a Disability Confident employer), please let us know.
We look forward to hearing from you!
