Technolgists - Quality Services

Ctx Group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of quality services seeks a Technologist to join the Quality Services team. This role entails conducting laboratory audits, calibrating equipment, and traveling for up to 20 weeks per year. Successful candidates will have a strong technical background, excellent organizational skills, and be comfortable in international settings. Additional benefits include competitive pay, training, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

25‑30 days annual leave

Life assurance and income protection

Group personal pension plan

Free on‑site parking

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel up to 20+ weeks per year.
• Strong aptitude with a proactive attitude to learning.
• Confident communicator, able to support clients effectively.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate physical test equipment to client specifications.
• Conduct audits of laboratories and manage multiple client projects.
• Plan and coordinate international trips and travel logistics.

Skills

Technical or mechanical aptitude

Time-management skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Job description

Technologist Quality Services

Location: Kettering, NN16 8SD (with frequent UK and international travel)

Salary: Dependent on experience
Hours: 37.5 per week

About The Role

We’re seeking a Technologist to join our Quality Services team—a small, expert group delivering high‑quality audit and calibration services to customers across five continents. This role offers an exciting opportunity to combine technical expertise with international travel, supporting laboratories worldwide in achieving and maintaining the highest testing standards.

As part of the team, you’ll conduct laboratory audits, perform equipment calibrations, and ensure compliance with recognised accreditation programmes and ISO 17025:2017 requirements. You’ll also play a key role in helping customers maintain accurate and reliable testing capabilities.

You’ll travel within the UK and overseas for up to 20 weeks per year, with trips ranging from single-day UK visits to multi‑week assignments in destinations such as the United States, Brazil, Vietnam, and India. All travel costs are covered, and comprehensive training including ISO 9001 and/or ISO 17025 Lead Auditor qualifications will be provided.

Key Responsibilities

• Calibrate physical test equipment to meet customer specifications
• Conduct audits of laboratories to internal and client standards
• Assess laboratory staff performance in testing procedures
• Produce audit reports and calibration certificates to tight deadlines
• Manage multiple client projects, ensuring all requirements are met
• Plan and organise international trips for maximum efficiency and profitability
• Coordinate travel logistics (visas, accommodation, transport, etc.) when working as part of a team
• Liaise with internal departments to ensure smooth project delivery
• Complete Leather Grading Accreditations
• Promote and uphold high‑quality standards in all customer interactions

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines technical ability with flexibility and strong interpersonal skills. You will be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively, often in international settings.

Essential Requirements

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20+ weeks per year
• Strong technical or mechanical aptitude, with a proactive attitude to learning
• Excellent time‑management and organisational skills
• Confident communicator able to support clients by phone, email or in person
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport

Desirable Experience

• Previous auditing experience (ISO 9001 or ISO 17025)
• Calibration or laboratory testing experience
• Understanding of laboratory quality systems
• Experience with international business travel
• Practical/mechanical skills
• Knowledge of additional languages (e.g. Chinese, Spanish, Vietnamese, Thai)

Why Join Us?

In addition to a competitive salary and comprehensive training, you’ll receive:

• 25‑30 days annual leave (depending on service)
• Life assurance and income protection
• Group personal pension plan
• Free on‑site parking
• Flexible working hours

This role includes international travel and weekend compensation while away on business. The amount varies annually depending on travel commitments.

If you’re a technically minded professional who enjoys variety, travel, and delivering quality service on a global scale, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your career.