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ation Technician
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Radiological Instrumentation Calibr ation Technician
Location: RG7 4PR, located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .
Package: £30,100 - £38,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and
level of experience)
Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application.
Ready to play your part?
At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to keep the nation safe. Could this be the opportunity for you to play your part?
AWE is currently recruiting for a Radiological Instrumentation Calibration Technician. This role would suit a skilled Electronic Engineer with a hands-on background eager to work in a calibration environment. In this role, you will be responsible for calibrating, testing, and repairing a variety of handheld radiological detection instruments for our established customer base.
As a member of our in-house calibration team, you will receive comprehensive training and have access to continuous self-development opportunities. You will work alongside a versatile and experienced team, enhancing your skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Who are we looking for?
We Do Need You To Have The Following
* Engineering Apprenticeship NVQ/Diploma Level 3 in relevant engineering discipline or NVQ/Diploma Level 2 plus industrial experience
* A recognised relevant engineering qualification such as City & Guilds, ONC, BTEC Level 3 or HNC
Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following:
* Working experience in the test, repair and calibration of electronic devices
* Ability to follow, review and create test procedures and safety documentation
* Fault finding skills using DVM's and scopes
* Use of Microsoft Office products
* Experience in both soldering and de-soldering
* Attention to detail whilst working with data
* Experience of training/mentoring other team members
* Ability to work as part of team and on own initiative
* Flexible, can-do attitude
* Confidence to work in a highly regulated environment
Work Hard, Be Rewarded
We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including:
* 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
* Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
* Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
* Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
* Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
* Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
* Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
* Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.
The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.
Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are no opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend all of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston.
* Reading, England
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