Purpose of the Role
The Calibration Technician plays a critical role in delivering high:quality calibration and instrumentation support within a regulated, mission:critical environment.
During the initial project phase, you will support the principal contractor in developing site documentation and establishing calibration and instrumentation processes in line with client requirements. Once the site is fully operational, the role transitions to a steady:state focus, including:
Day:to:day calibration service delivery
Maintenance and control of critical test equipment
Coordination of third:party calibration providers
Ensuring system accuracy, availability, and regulatory compliance
Key Responsibilities
Calibration and Instrumentation Services
Deliver comprehensive calibration for control and instrumentation systems across the site
Perform Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and client:requested calibration activities
Diagnose faults on field instrumentation and implement corrective or remedial actions
Procedures, Planning and 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 maintain appropriate workspace for calibration activities
Maximise plant and equipment availability through effective PPM regimes
Technical and Project Support
Provide technical expertise for projects, commissioning, and system handovers
Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and A3 investigations, producing actionable reports
Initiate and receive Permits to Work in line with site procedures and safety requirements
Asset, Spares and 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 in line with CMMS schedules
Ensure all work orders are completed within contractual metrics and timescales
Collaboration and Operational Support
Work closely with the Systems Manager and site management to support operational objectives
Provide cross:team and cross:account technical support as required
Accountabilities
Reporting to: Systems Manager
Key Interfaces: Site Management Team
Direct Reports: None
Budget Responsibility: None (financial awareness required)
Person Specification
Education and Training
Good general education with strong written and spoken English
Basic mathematical competency
Completed formal apprenticeship in Calibration and Instrumentation
HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline
cGxP training for regulated environments
Experience (Essential)
Minimum 3 years' experience in calibration and maintenance within regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, food processing, laboratory)
Proven experience developing, writing, and maintaining calibration procedures
Skills and Aptitudes
Strong verbal and written communication skills
High IT literacy, including CMMS platforms
Structured, methodical approach to fault:finding and technical documentation
Personal Attributes
Customer:focused with a commitment to high:quality service delivery
Calm under pressure, able to make sound decisions in demanding environments
Physically fit, comfortable using vertical access equipment and working at height
Team:oriented, collaborative, and professional