Test Services Technician

Job Purpose

Job Description

• Prepare, assemble and record umbilical test samples, including hose, cable and fibre optic components.
• Set up test equipment and rigs, contributing to equipment development and improvements where required.
• Perform testing activities on umbilical components using appropriate procedures, equipment and instrumentation.
• Install, instrument, calibrate and monitor umbilical samples during testing.Prepare and terminate qualification samples for testing.
• Report test findings clearly and accurately in line with specifications.
• Support the development of bespoke testing apparatus to meet new or evolving requirements.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards and participate in 5S activities.
• Promote and follow safe working practices, supporting all Health, Safety and Environmental initiatives.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and assist colleagues to achieve departmental objectives.
• Train others in new technologies, skills and procedures as required.
• Carry out additional duties to support departmental efficiency and upkeep.

You are meant for this job if:

Essential:

• Mechanical and Electrical background
• ONC or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• General engineering experience.

Desirable:

• Hydraulic and/or electrical testing experience.
• Experience with computerised systems, including data manipulation and graphing in Microsoft Excel.
• Background in data acquisition and familiarity with electronic testing equipment such as data loggers, sensors and transducers.

Competencies

• Demonstrates strong ethics, transparency and fairness. 
• Makes informed decisions using data and sound judgement. 
• Learns quickly and applies new skills to different tasks.
• Understands how the organisation works and follows policies and procedures.
• Takes initiative, delivers quality work and supports team goals.
• Actively pursues self‑development and skill improvement.
• Works well with peers, shares knowledge and seeks feedback.
• Organises tasks effectively and documents information accurately.
• Prioritises daily activities, solves problems promptly and seeks support when needed.
• Acts as a proactive, positive member of the team.

What we offer

• My Annual Leave - 25 days + 8 fixed public holidays.
• My Wealth and Protection – Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Will Writing, Workplace Isa, Group Personal Pension Plan - employer contributions up to 10%.
• My Health and Wellbeing - Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments & Personal Accident Insurance.
• My Lifestyle - Electric Vehicle Scheme, Cyle2Work, Employee Tech Scheme, Give as You Earn, GymFlex, Holiday Trading, Personal Travel Insurance, Perks at Work.
• My Workplace - Subsidised Cafe, Branded workwear, Hybrid Working, Flexible Working Arrangements, Enhanced Maternity and Parental leave, Talent/Management and Leadership programmes, Various inhouse training opportunities for your personal development.  
• My Giving - Volunteering opportunities