Job Description

About the Role

Due to growth, THORCAL are looking for a Calibration Technician / Engineer to join their team at our laboratory in Hull.

Reporting to the Laboratory Manager, you'll calibrate a variety of test equipment and instruments, following approved procedures to make measurements and produce calibration certificates.

This role is open to candidates with a variety of levels of experience.

If you're just starting out in your career, and have an interest in measurement, we can offer full training as a multi-discipline calibration engineer and a friendly environment to grow.

If you're an experienced calibration technician already, and want to develop further in a growing and forward-thinking company and a place where your knowledge and input is valued.

Responsibilities

Calibrate test equipment to manufacturer's and industry specific standards Produce fault reports and prepare quotations for repairs

Job Type

Full Time, Permanent, 39 hours per week (half-day Fridays)

About the company

THORCAL are the region's leading UKAS calibration laboratory. Based in Hull, the company provide calibration, repair, hire and sales of test equipment and instrumentation to customers in both the Humber and Yorkshire area and nationally.

We calibrate Electrical, Pressure, Temperature, Dimensional, Environmental and Gas Detection equipment for a huge range of industries, including Power Generation, Chemical Production, Aviation, Food, Healthcare and Marine. Our measurements keep the region running.

About You

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

A Technical Qualification to Level 3 in a Science or Engineering discipline or experience as a calibration technician. Excellent attention to detail and ability work to defined procedures An interest in measurement and calibration Enthusiasm and a willingness to learn Use of Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

Technical Education to Level 4 (HNC, BTEC etc) Knowledge of types of test equipment and their uses Experience calibrating a variety of test equipment

Highly Desirable

HND or Degree in an Engineering Field Recognised metrology qualifications Knowledge of ISO 17025 or experience working for a UKAS accredited company

Compensation

25000 to 35000 (depending on qualifications/experience) + monthly company performance bonus

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + buy/sell a week's leave scheme

Christmas Shutdown

Half-day Fridays

Private Health, Optical and Dental Care

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave On-site parking Private dental insurance Private medical insurance Sick pay
Application question(s):

Do you have a full UK drivers license?
Education:

A-Level or equivalent (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/09/2025
Reference ID: ENG/TECH25