Technologist

Job Title: Technologist - Safety Product Testing

Location: Kettering, Northamptonshire

Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

An established and internationally recognised testing organisation is seeking a Technologist to join its Safety Product Testing team based in Kettering.

About the Department

The Safety Product Testing team carries out accredited testing on a wide range of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for a global client base, ensuring products meet required safety and performance standards. Testing is conducted within accredited laboratory facilities using specialised equipment to assess products against European and international standards. Results are issued to clients to support product development and certification, including CE and UKCA marking.

The team consists of approximately 25 skilled technicians, technologists and support staff.

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting routine physical testing in line with European and international standards to agreed deadlines
• Operating laboratory test equipment and accurately recording results (both electronically and in hard copy)
• Preparing detailed technical reports
• Liaising with customers via email, telephone and in person
• Responding to technical enquiries and advising on appropriate testing requirements
• Inputting and updating project information within a database system
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory
• Participating in webinars, seminars, exhibitions, customer visits and other technical or marketing events
• Full training will be provided where required.

About You Essential skills and experience

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Logical and methodical approach to work
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer-facing experience
• Confident IT skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Adaptable and able to manage changing priorities

Desirable

• Experience working within a laboratory environment
• Knowledge of PPE manufacturing (e.g. respiratory, hearing, eyewear)
• Experience using database systems (e.g. Dynamics)
• Understanding of quality management systems (QMS)
• Background in physics or a related discipline
• Ability to travel when required
• Additional language skills

Benefits

• 25-30 days' annual leave (increasing with service)
• Life assurance
• Group personal pension scheme
• Income protection
• Free on-site parking
• Flexible working hours

Interested? Please click apply. Closing date for applications: 18 March 2026