At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to test and prepare equipment for dispatch.
- Company: Established business in Southampton with a hands-on culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, potential for permanent position, and varied work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for overtime and occasional travel.
- Why this job: Combine your technical skills with practical tasks in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Forklift license and experience in warehouse or engineering environments.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Location: Chandlers Ford – May move to Romsey
Position: Temporary to permanent starting ASAP
Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (occasional overtime and weekend work may be required)
About the Role
Dynamite Recruitment is currently working in partnership with a well‑established business who are based in the Southampton area. Our client is looking for a practical, hands‑on Test Engineer to join a growing team. This is a varied role combining warehouse operations, equipment testing, and light engineering modifications. You will play a key role in ensuring all equipment is prepared, tested, modified where required, and ready for dispatch to the highest standards. This position would suit someone with experience in a warehouse, engineering, manufacturing, or technical environment who enjoys a mix of physical and technical work.
Key Responsibilities
- Warehouse Operations
- Safely load and unload delivery vehicles
- Operate a forklift truck
- Receive, unpack, and inspect incoming stock
- Organise and maintain warehouse storage areas
- Pick and prepare equipment for customer orders
- Repackage equipment to ensure safe transportation
- Equipment Testing & Preparation
- Test associated equipment to company standards
- Record and report test results as required
- Apply branding and labelling in accordance with company guidelines
- Ensure all equipment is fully prepared and ready for dispatch
- Technical & Engineering Duties
- Carry out minor equipment modifications, including installation of higher‑pressure pumps and bypasses
- Maintain high standards of quality and safety throughout all work
- Assist in identifying and resolving technical issues where required
- Customer & Team Support
- Support customer Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT)
- Assist with customer training sessions when required
- Provide occasional support to the service team
What We’re Looking For:
- Valid Counterbalance Forklift Truck License
- Experience working in a warehouse, engineering, or technical environment
- Good mechanical aptitude and practical hands‑on skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
Additional Information
- Occasional local travel may be required
- Overtime and weekend work may be necessary to meet business demands
If you are a motivated individual with a practical mindset and enjoy working in a varied technical role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply now!
Test Engineer employer: A long standing partner
Join a dynamic team in Chandlers Ford where your skills as a Forklift Driver and Equipment Tester will be valued and nurtured. Our supportive work culture promotes teamwork and offers ample opportunities for professional growth, alongside competitive overtime pay. With a focus on employee well-being and development, we ensure that every member feels empowered and engaged in their role.
