Structural Test Technician

Test Technician

• Job Type: Full-time
• Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
• Salary: Competitive

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a growing specialist engineering team working on varied structural testing and monitoring projects across the UK, with occasional overseas travel. This Test Technician role is ideal for someone practical, hands-on and keen to build a career in engineering while working on-site rather than in an office. No direct load testing experience is required, but you should be motivated, adaptable and ready to learn.

Day-to-day of the role

• Set up and carry out load tests on structures and components, often at client sites.
• Record findings accurately and complete results sheets and basic reports.
• Install monitoring systems for a range of engineering projects.
• Speak with clients by phone and email to understand requirements and discuss practical solutions.
• Work on a wide variety of structures, including beams, barriers, floors, bridges, handrails and fixings.
• Help maintain, prepare and improve testing equipment.
• Work closely with colleagues, contractors and clients on-site.
• Travel to sites across the UK, with occasional overnight stays, early starts or weekend/night work depending on project needs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Good GCSEs as a minimum, ideally including Maths, Physics, or a relevant engineering qualification such as Mechanical or Civil Engineering NVQ.
• Practical, hands-on ability and confidence using hand tools or engineering/construction equipment.
• Previous technician experience is helpful, but keen home hobbyists will also be considered.
• Honest, reliable and detail-focused, with the ability to work independently.
• Comfortable working outdoors, at height, in confined spaces and carrying out manual lifting.
• Good communication skills, including written English for basic report writing.
• Competent with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Teams.
• Flexible approach to working hours and travel.
• Full manual driving licence required.
• Welding, soldering or a relevant STEM degree would be beneficial but not essential.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration.
• Full training, mentoring and personal development opportunities.
• Varied and interesting projects where no two jobs are the same.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and close-knit engineering team.
• Exposure to projects across the UK and occasionally overseas.
• A hands-on Test Technician position with real scope to develop specialist skills.

How to apply

If this Test Technician opportunity sounds like a good fit for you, please apply with your CV and a cover letter explaining why the role interests you and what you could bring to the team.