Technical Engineer/Manager
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.
Oxfordshire based
Willingness to travel
An established and growing UK organisation within the laboratory and medical equipment sector is seeking a Technical Engineer/ Manager to join its expanding team.
The role combines laboratory engineering, field service and quality management, supporting customers across Oxfordshire (occasional travel UK wide) while contributing to the ongoing improvement of internal quality systems.
Key responsibilities
* Installation, servicing, repair and calibration of laboratory equipment including fridge freezers, incubators and blood bank equipment
* Temperature mapping of laboratory refrigeration and controlled environments
* Autocalibration and fault-finding activities
* Supporting and maintaining quality systems in line with UKAS and ISO standards
* Managing calibrations, quality audits and quality documentation
* Working closely with internal teams to support continuous improvement
* Providing cover for colleagues during holidays, with sensible planning around travel and workload
* Training will be provided on specific equipment brands and systems
Experience and skills required
* Proven laboratory quality experience, including knowledge of UKAS, ISO standards and quality audits
* Strong understanding of quality management within a laboratory or regulated environment
* Hands on experience as an engineer, servicing, calibrating and repairing laboratory equipment
* Full UK driving licence
* Comfortable working independently in the field while remaining connected to a wider technical team
* Methodical, organised and solutions-focused approach
Hours & Travel
Hours are 9am-5pm Mon-Fri.
You will be required to report to the Oxfordshire-based Head Office whilst also being willing to travel to customer sites in the surrounding area or further afield on occassions.
Salary and benefits
* Salary circa £45,000
* Paid overtime
* Company car
* Discretionary annual bonus
* 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
* Private pension scheme after 6-month probation
* Private medical cover after 6-month probation
This is an excellent opportunity to join a large, growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people. xsngvjr As the business and department continue to evolve, there are strong opportunities for cross-training, career development and progression into a senior technical leadership role.