Field Calibration Technician in Reading

Field Calibration Technician Location: Field Based (UK-Wide Travel) Preferred Location: Within 1 Hour of Bramley, RG26 Salary: £32,000 - £42,000 DOE + Company Vehicle + Excellent Benefits Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Work Lyf Group are currently recruiting for an experienced Field Calibration Technician to join a growing and market-leading engineering business specialising in process instrumentation, calibration and technical support services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with instrumentation calibration experience to join a successful organisation supporting high-profile customers across a wide range of industries including chemical, life sciences, power generation, food & beverage, water, wastewater, steel, paper, oil & gas and petrochemical sectors. This is a field-based role covering sites across the UK, with occasional travel throughout Great Britain and Europe. Candidates located within a reasonable commute of Bramley, RG26 would be advantageous due to the client base. The Role You will be responsible for the calibration, servicing and repair of process instrumentation both on customer sites and within the workshop. The position offers an excellent mix of field and office-based work, with approximately 50% spent on customer sites and 50% in the workshop and office environment. This is a customer-facing role requiring strong technical skills, excellent communication and a proactive approach to problem-solving. What's on Offer? Salary package of £32,000 - £42,000 depending on experience Fully funded company vehicle Company technology package Fuel card Breakfast, lunch and dinner allowances when working away Paid overnight allowance 31 days holiday entitlement Christmas shutdown Company pension scheme Healthcare cash plan Free gym membership Company-funded workwear Ongoing training and development opportunities Free onsite parking with EV charging facilities Excellent long-term career prospects Key Responsibilities * Conduct calibration, servicing and repair of process instrumentation * Carry out both field-based and workshop calibrations * Travel to customer sites throughout the UK * Produce detailed service reports and calibration certificates * Build and maintain strong customer relationships * Diagnose faults and ensure equipment performs to specification * Deliver a high standard of technical support and customer service * Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time * Support continuous improvement activities within the business About You We are looking for a motivated and technically competent individual who enjoys working both independently and as part of a team. Essential Requirements * Instrumentation calibration experience within one or more of the following sectors: Chemical Life Sciences Power Generation Food & Beverage Steel Water & Wastewater Paper Oil & Gas Petrochemical * Full UK Driving Licence * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal * Excellent organisational and time management skills * Customer-focused with the ability to build strong relationships * Flexible approach to work and travel * Self-motivated and capable of working independently Desirable Skills & Qualifications * Previous field service or customer-facing experience * CCNSG Safety Passport * CompEx 01-04 or 01-06 * Experience within process or petrochemical environments * Electrical and control systems knowledge * Profibus knowledge * UKAS calibration knowledge * ONC/HNC in Electronics, Instrumentation or Control Engineering Personal Attributes * Professional and reliable * Excellent attention to detail * Strong work ethic and positive attitude * Confident communicating with customers at all levels * Highly organised with strong punctuality and timekeeping * Team player with a flexible approach Apply Now If you have experience in instrumentation calibration and are looking for a varied field-based role with excellent earning potential, benefits and career progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a member of the Work Lyf Group team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further