Calibration Technician - Tipton
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Position Overview & Specifications
Calibration Technician
Location: Tipton
Salary: £20,000 - £22,000 per annum
Job Type: 37.5 hours per week, Permanent
Overtime paid for additional hours worked
CTS Group are looking for someone to join our growing team in Tipton. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to earn as they learn. This particular part of the group specialise in Construction Materials Testing and Torque and Force Calibration Services, and holds current UKAS Accreditation in both fields.
We have a great in-house team that will ensure you have all the training you need, so no experience is necessary!
It may be cliché, but we guarantee that no two days are the same in this role, so if you like variety this could be the perfect role for you.
Day to day responsibilities:
- Identification in the laboratory of each day’s urgent work schedule and priority client requirements of 24hour turnaround notifications etc.
- Observation of the senior calibration staff carrying out calibration of various pieces of equipment and learning to assist them and get involved gradually in the initial stages of calibration
- Studying the procedures for each type of instrument calibration and familiarisation with the relevant British standards
- Learning how to calibrate basic instruments such as force gauges and torque wrenches to begin with.
Skills required
With the high level of accuracy that is required in the role, we are looking for someone that has great mathematical and literacy skills and exceptional attention to detail.
If this sounds like your bag then please apply today.
Our Values
Think Customer
Our customer is the focus of everything we do and through them we maximise our reputation and growth.
Speed and Agility
Own it. Be Bold. Take Action. Get it done.
Be Transparent
We are open and honest and act with integrity at all times.
Work Together
We work and collaborate as one team and look out for our fellow colleagues.
Act Responsibly
Fearless in taking accountability, we give responsibility to other and treat everyone with courtesy dignity and respect.
Be Proud
We celebrate our achievements, learn from our experiences, and take pride in all we do.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Calibration Technician - Tipton roles across Construction Testing Solutions's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Construction.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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