Calibration Technical Manager Pontypridd Up to £50,000 (dependent on experience) Were working with an organisation looking to appoint a Technical Manager to lead and develop their technical function. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement across calibration and testing activities. The Role Youll take ownership of the technical performance of the laboratory, ensuring all work is delivered to the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and compliance. Key responsibilities include: Leading all technical and laboratory operations within your discipline Maintaining and expanding UKAS accreditation (ISO 17025 / 17020 / 9001) Acting as the technical authority, approving methods and staff competency Overseeing calibration methods, validation, and measurement uncertainty Leading external audits and always ensuring audit readiness Managing equipment, ensuring traceability and suitability for use Driving continuous improvement and development of new capabilities Working closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders What Were Looking For Background in a calibration, test, or laboratory environment Experience with ISO 17025 / UKAS accreditation Previous technical leadership or senior engineering experience Exposure to one or more disciplines: Avionics, Electrical Power, RF, DC-LF, Temperature, Force/Mass/Torque, Dimensional, Pressure, Air Data, or Telecommunications Knowledge of measurement uncertainty, method validation, and quality systems Confident leading audits and making technical decisions Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset