About the Role
Are you looking to start your career in calibration and engineering? Do you have a keen eye for detail and a passion for learning new skills? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join Trescal as a Trainee Calibration Technician – Dimensional. Become part of a global leader in calibration services and build your future with us.
Job Opportunity
We are an ISO 17025 laboratory providing UKAS accredited gauge, meter and equipment calibration throughout the whole of the UK. Operating for 32 years we have built a reputation for fast, reliable turnaround and excellent customer service.
We have a vacancy for one trainee engineer in our accredited laboratories. The work will either have a mechanical bias. They are hands on roles and you will learn how to calibrate measuring equipment to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards. You will be calibrating equipment such as thread gauges, micrometers, DTIs and torque wrenches on the mechanical side
As your confidence and expertise increases you will become more independent and will be introduced to more complex work and develop a deeper understanding of metrology which in turn can lead to the possibility of more senior positions within the lab.
QUALIFICATIONS
We require a minimum of GCSE Maths Grade C(5) and BTEC Level 3 or 3 ‘A’ Levels in a relevant subject. Engineering or electrical/electronics qualifications are preferred but not required.
ABOUT YOU
We are looking for someone who has strong practical skills with a natural aptitude and genuine interest in carrying out delicate mechanical work.
•You will need to have an exceptional level of attention to detail, the work requires high levels of concentration.
•If you have any practical hobbies where you use tools and/or use your hands that would be advantageous.
•You should have clear and legible handwriting.
•You should be prepared to work extra hours at times to meet customer deadlines.
•A full UK driving license (car) would be an advantage as there may be scope for site work at customer premises in the future.
Essential Skills
HOW TO APPLY
If you are entitled to live and work permanently in the UK, please apply with your CV and a covering note detailing your suitability, current salary and required notice period
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
•Company pension
•Employee mentoring programme
•Free parking
•On-site parking
Education:
•Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)
Language:
•English (required)
Work authorisation:
•United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person at our site in Wigan then transferring to Chorley.
About Company
Trescal is the global leader in calibration services, offering an array of industries a single source for measurement, repair and asset management across the globe. Starting in 1999, Trescal is an international group with over 6,000 employees across 33+ countries, 630 million Euro turnover servicing over 60,000 customers.
We drive environmental sustainability by minimizing our impact on climate, energy and waste. As a service company, we reduce our carbon footprint most notably through environmentally conscious actions at our sites and for our vehicle fleet. We aim to reach carbon neutrality by 2040.
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DE&I
At Trescal we are proud to be a diverse, equitable, and inclusive employer, we offer flexible working and are committed to recruiting based on talent without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Continuous development and training plan
* 25 days holiday and the option to buy/sell days
* Flexible working options
* Access to the Trescal PerksHub
* Employee well-being programme
* Medical Health Cash Plan
* Pension and Life Assurance Scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Gym membership discounts