At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead UKAS accreditation for calibration services and ensure compliance with ISO standards.
- Company: Dynamic calibration business focused on quality and innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible part-time role with competitive salary and meaningful impact.
- Other info: Opportunity to train and develop technical teams in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in achieving accreditation while working flexibly.
- Qualifications: Strong knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017 and calibration experience required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 55000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Manager to support a growing calibration business in achieving UKAS accreditation. This role also incorporates elements of Quality Management and is ideal for a candidate looking for a flexible, part-time position with meaningful impact.
The Role
- You will play a key role in leading the organisation through the UKAS accreditation process for calibration activities, particularly relating to autoclaves and associated equipment.
- Working closely with engineering teams, you will ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 standards and help embed best practices across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and support the UKAS accreditation process for calibration services
- Implement and maintain procedures based on an existing Quality Manual
- Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025:2017 requirements
- Conduct internal audits and support quality system implementation
- Oversee and guide calibration activities involving time, temperature, and pressure
- Develop, review, and apply uncertainty budgets
- Interpret and apply EN ratios for inter-laboratory comparisons (ILCs)
- Conduct and assess drift analysis
- Train, mentor, and motivate engineers with limited experience of the standard
- Support auditing, authorisation, and continuous improvement activities
About the Environment
- Calibration equipment is already in place and actively used for autoclave calibration
- All internal and external calibrations are up to date
- Initial inter-laboratory comparisons (temperature probes and pressure gauges) have been completed
- Further training, auditing, and formal authorisation processes are required to meet accreditation standards
About You
- Strong working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025:2017
- Proven experience in calibration (time, temperature, pressure)
- Solid understanding of uncertainty budgets and drift analysis
- Experience with inter-laboratory comparisons and EN ratio interpretation
- Ability to audit and implement quality systems effectively
- Confident in training and developing technical teams
Additional Information
- This is a part-time employed position; however, consultants will also be considered.
- The organisation is seeking the right expertise and will not offer higher rates for consultancy arrangements.
- If you are an experienced Technical or Quality professional with a passion for standards, accreditation, and developing teams, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact in a flexible working arrangement.
UKAS Consultant - 2 days per week in Wickford employer: Zero Surplus
Zero Surplus is an excellent employer that fosters a dynamic and supportive work culture in South Woodham Ferrers, where employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in the electrical products sector. With a focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction, we offer competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement, making it a rewarding place for motivated sales professionals to thrive.
