Full job descriptionTest Technician
*Job Type: Full-time
*Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
*Salary: Competitive
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a growing specialist engineering team working on varied structural testing and monitoring projects across the UK, with occasional overseas travel. This Test Technician role is ideal for someone practical, hands-on and keen to build a career in engineering while working on-site rather than in an office. No direct load testing experience is required, but you should be motivated, adaptable and ready to learn.
Day-to-day of the role
*Set up and carry out load tests on structures and components, often at client sites.
*Record findings accurately and complete results sheets and basic reports.
*Install monitoring systems for a range of engineering projects.
*Speak with clients by phone and email to understand requirements and discuss practical solutions.
*Work on a wide variety of structures, including beams, barriers, floors, bridges, handrails and fixings.
*Help maintain, prepare and improve testing equipment.
*Work closely with colleagues, contractors and clients on-site.
*Travel to sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays, early starts or weekend/night work depending on project needs.
Required Skills & Qualifications
*Good GCSEs as a minimum, ideally including Maths, Physics, or a relevant engineering qualification such as Mechanical or Civil Engineering NVQ.
*Practical, hands-on ability and confidence using hand tools or engineering/construction equipment.
*Previous technician experience is helpful, but keen home hobbyists will also be considered.
*Honest, reliable and detail-focused, with the ability to work independently.
*Comfortable working outdoors, at height, in confined spaces and carrying out manual lifting.
*Good communication skills, including written English for basic report writing.
*Competent with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Teams.
*Flexible approach to working hours and travel.
*Full manual driving licence required.
*Welding, soldering or a relevant STEM degree would be beneficial but not essential.
Benefits
*Competitive remuneration.
*Full training, mentoring and personal development opportunities.
*Varied and interesting projects where no two jobs are the same.
*Opportunity to work within a supportive and close-knit engineering team.
*Exposure to projects across the UK and occasionally overseas.
*A hands-on Test Technician position with real scope to develop specialist skills.
How to apply
If this Test Technician opportunity sounds like a good fit for you, please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining why the role interests you and what you could bring to the team.