At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a dynamic team to test and prepare equipment for dispatch.
- Company: Well-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 local travel.
- Why this job: Combine your technical skills with practical work in a growing industry.
- Qualifications: Forklift license and experience in warehouse or engineering environments.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Chandler's Ford - May move to Romsey
Type: Temporary to permanent position to start 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 that is 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
Essential
- 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.
Test Engineer employer: Dynamite Recruitment Solutions
Join a dynamic and supportive team at our well-established company in Chandler's Ford, where we prioritise employee growth and development. With a strong focus on quality and safety, we offer a collaborative work culture that values hands-on experience and technical skills, providing opportunities for meaningful contributions and career advancement. Enjoy the benefits of working in a thriving environment with occasional overtime and the chance to engage in diverse tasks that keep your role exciting.
Contact Details:
Dynamite Recruitment Solutions Recruitment Team
