Mechanical Test Technician

We are excited to be supporting our Whitstable based client in their search for a Mechanical Test Technician, this is a great opportunity to develop and up skill if you already have hands on experience working in a engineering/mechanical environment.Duties include:

• Ensure that all tests are completed in the most efficient and safe manner
• To set up tests in accordance with the relevant standards, ensuring compliance to both customer protocols and the mandatory requirements of the standard
• Support timely delivery of Preventative Maintenance programmes, ensuring that equipment/performance issues are clearly diagnosed & reported to the appropriate Manager
• Perform post-test analysis using the appropriate supporting software
• Generate test reports in accordance with the relevant standards
• Develop a high level of understanding on the quality levels expected by our customers and the standards authorities
• Assist with the safe unloading, transfer and re-loading of equipment
• Be responsible for maintaining the company's instrument calibration register, liaising with suppliers.
• During low activity periods, support other functional areas of the business, as required, to support ongoing service to customers and the effective running of the operation

What we are looking for:Essential

• Qualification in Mechanical/ Maintenance Engineering or similar
• 2 years' experience working in an engineering/ technical or workshop environment

Preferred

• Experience working in automotive or testing industries
• Proven ability to work well under pressure and in front of external customers
• Experience working in a new product development environment

This is a permanent/full time role and the hours of work are Monday to Thursday 07:30 - 16:30 and Friday 07:30 - 13:30

Salary: £25,000 per annum