At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct materials testing and improve lab processes in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading firm supporting aerospace, motorsport, and advanced engineering sectors.
- Benefits: Enjoy a 37-hour week, generous leave, and a company pension scheme.
- Other info: Immediate start available with a straightforward interview process.
- Why this job: Be part of a quality-driven team making a real impact in engineering.
- Qualifications: Strong communication skills and attention to detail; lab experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 23850 - 29150 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Materials Technician to join a specialist technical team supporting customers across aerospace, motorsport, defence, medical, energy, nuclear, and advanced engineering sectors.
The Role
Working closely with the Laboratory Supervisor, you will ensure customer testing requirements are completed accurately, efficiently and within agreed timescales.
You will also play an important role in improving laboratory processes and supporting technical enquiries.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out materials testing in line with customer requirements.
- Review specifications and prepare test plans.
- Maintain accurate test records and documentation.
- Assist in improving laboratory procedures and testing processes.
- Provide technical support to internal teams and customers.
- Promote high standards of quality, accuracy and Health & Safety.
About You
- Excellent communication and organisational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and numerical ability.
- Able to follow technical procedures accurately.
- Comfortable working to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Previous laboratory or engineering experience is advantageous.
Benefits
- Monday to Thursday: 08:30am – 5:00pm
- Friday: 08:30am – 4:30pm (37-hour week)
- No weekend working
- Christmas shutdown
- 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Company pension and annual bonus scheme
- Sick pay after probation
- Uniform and safety boots provided
- Free on-site parking
- Immediate start available
- One-stage face-to-face interview process
If you are looking to develop your career within a quality-driven engineering environment and would like to be part of a business that values precision, innovation and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.
Hue Recruitment Ltd is an independent recruitment consultancy specialising in permanent and temporary recruitment across a range of sectors.
We pride ourselves on delivering a professional, honest and personalised service to both clients and candidates.
Materials Technician in Biggleswade employer: Hue Recruitment Limited
Join a dynamic and innovative team as a Materials Engineer, where your expertise will directly contribute to cutting-edge projects in aerospace, motorsport, and defence. Our supportive work culture prioritises employee growth, offering training opportunities and a generous benefits package, including a competitive salary, flexible hours, and a Christmas shutdown. Located in a thriving area with free on-site parking, we ensure a balanced work-life environment that values your contributions and fosters professional development.
