Are you ready to be part of the future? At QinetiQ, we’re not just imagining tomorrow we are creating it. From cutting-edge defence technology to ground-breaking innovations our mission is to empower and protect lives. Join us as an Instrumentation Technician at our Shoeburyness site, where you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology in partnership with some of the most brilliant minds.
The Role
As an Instrumentation Technician, you will be part of the Land Installation team where you will work within the Site team supporting trails and ensuring the safety of the site. Day-to-day, you’ll take part in trails as part of a team and a larger QinetiQ team operating installation equipment with the opportunities to learn new skills along the way.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Setting up and preparing ranges in accordance with the relevant documentation
- Ensuring robust application of Health, Safety & Environmental procedures and processes
- Carrying out duties in a safe compliant manner
- Ensuring compliance with Risk Assessments and Task instructions
- Carrying out general duties as a QinetiQ member of staff
- Maintaining core module skills and training (manual handling etc)
Essential experience of the Instrumentation Technician:
- Proven ability to solve problems
- Good understanding of Health and Safety
- The ability to work to set processes
- Poven experience working as part of a team and working independently where appropriate
- Hands‑on experience with work equipment and hand tools
- The ability to be Computer/IT Literate is essential
Essential qualifications for the Instrumentation Technician:
- Full UK Driving licence
- Good standard of GCSE-level mathematics
This role is 37 hours per week based at our Shoeburyness site and is fully on‑site.
Please note that all applicants for this role must be eligible for SC clearance, as a minimum.
At QinetiQ we are committed to building an inclusive, accessible and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We believe that a diverse mix of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences drives innovation and leads to better outcomes for our people, customers and communities. We encourage applications from all candidates and are a disability confident committed employer.
Benefits
- Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
- Generous holiday allowance, with the option to purchase additional days
- Options to join Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
- Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and much more
- We are proud to support the Armed Forces community by honouring the Armed Forces Covenant and maintaining our Gold Award standard in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Volunteering Opportunities - helping charities and local community
