Calibration Technician
Purpose of the Role
The Calibration Technician plays a vital role in delivering high-quality calibration and instrumentation support within a regulated, mission-critical environment.
Initially, the role will focus on working closely with the principal contractor to develop documentation and support the client’s calibration and instrumentation requirements. Once the site is fully operational, the position transitions into a steady-state role, responsible for:
Day-to-day service delivery
Maintenance of critical test equipment
Coordination of third-party calibration services
Ensuring system accuracy, availability, and regulatory compliance
Key Responsibilities
Calibration & Instrumentation Services
Deliver comprehensive calibration services for control and instrumentation systems across the site
Carry out Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and client-requested calibration activities
Diagnose, rectify, and plan remedial works for faults on field instrumentation
Procedures, Planning & Maintenance
Develop, implement, and maintain site calibration procedures and maintenance strategies
Define, manage, and review equipment tolerances for plant and process systems
Identify test equipment requirements and suitable workspaces for calibration activities
Maximise plant and user equipment availability through effective planned maintenance
Technical & Project Support
Provide technical expertise to support projects, commissioning, and system handover activities
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and A3 investigations, producing structured, actionable reports
Initiate and receive Permits to Work in accordance with site procedures and safety requirements
Asset, Spares & Supplier Management
Identify spare parts requirements, raise purchase requests, and manage stock levels
Coordinate dispatch and return of test equipment to third-party calibration suppliers according to CMMS schedules
Ensure all work orders are completed within contractual performance metrics and agreed timescales
Collaboration & Support
Work closely with the Systems Manager and site management team to support operational objectives
Provide cross-team and cross-account technical support when required
Accountabilities
Reporting to: Systems Manager
Key Interfaces: Site Management Team
Direct Reports: None
Budget Responsibility: None (financial awareness required)
Person Specification
Education
Good general education with strong written and spoken English
Basic mathematical competency
Training & Qualifications
Completed formal apprenticeship in Calibration and Instrumentation
HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline
cGxP training (current Good Practice standards within regulated environments)
Experience (Essential)
Minimum 3 years’ experience in calibration and maintenance within a regulated industry (e.g., pharmaceutical, food processing, laboratory environments)
Proven experience developing, writing, and maintaining calibration procedures
Skills & Aptitudes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High IT literacy, including experience with CMMS platforms
Structured, methodical approach to fault-finding and technical documentation
Personal Attributes
Customer-focused with a commitment to high standards of service delivery
Calm under pressure, able to make sound decisions in demanding situations
Physically fit and capable of using vertical access equipment
Comfortable working at height, including roof access when required
Team-oriented, collaborative, and professional in approach