Electronic Test Operator - 3391-1

Matchtech · Greater Manchester, England

Electronic Test Operator - 3391-1 at Matchtech, based in Greater Manchester, England, paying £12.00 - £28.35 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£12.00 - £28.35 per hour
Location
Greater Manchester, England
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
26 Oct 2026
Sector
Security

43% below the typical rate for security

Reference 604256

About the role

Electronic Test Operator



Initial 12-months
Bolton (onsite)
£28.35ph, UMB inside IR35 (rising to £29.70ph after 12 weeks)

Please note, this role does require SC level Security Clearance and will be working on "UKEO" programmes, meaning the post is only open to sole British nationals due to the nature of work.

The Test Operator will be responsible for carrying out test tasks within the operational business, in accordance with product certification procedures, defined workmanship standards, allocated budgets and timescales to meet project objectives.

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Certify the product in line with Product Certification procedure.
  • Maintain product certification and approval via regular audits.
  • Possess a versatile skill base with the capability to apply these skills across a range of tasks.
  • Carry out setting-up procedures for testing, to include the awareness of the need for periodic recalibration of test equipment.
  • Carry out tests on electronic equipment in accordance with test instructions, using specified test equipment.
  • Carry out simple fault-finding procedures on electronic equipment. Keep test records and reporting faults for rectification.
  • Ensure manufacturing test times are met.
  • Check and complete all paperwork associated with the manufacturing data pack. Maintain to the highest level, workmanship standards and product quality.
  • Ensure compliance with all associated procedures applicable to the manufacturing process.
  • Maintain a safe working environment.
  • Maintain a good housekeeping policy.
  • Communicate best practice to other team members.

The successful candidate should be a team player who is able to demonstrate customer focus. They should also have proven planning and organising skills and be flexible and adaptable. Formal technical engineering/craft apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3/TR23/TR21/ONC. Formal further education certificate to HNC or equivalent certificate. Manual handling training. Lifting & Slinging training (Including overhead cranes). ESD training. No colour blindness.

Essenitial Requirements:

Electrical Apprenticeship in One Of The Following

  • Approved Apprenticeship/Apprenticeship Framework/Modern Apprenticeship
  • Vocational G or H Units with Further Education, City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3
  • Vocational TR23 Units with Further Education, ONC or City & Guilds Parts 1, 2 & 3
  • Vocational NVQ3 with Further Education, BTEC ONC/HNC
    • Qualifications must be in Electrical Manufacturing/Engineering subjects

Please only apply if you are able to meet the security clearance resctrictions & hold the relevent qualifactions listed above.

Reference: 604256 · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 26 Oct 2026 · Listed via Matchtech

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