LAB CALIBRATION SUPERVISOR

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 22 March 2026
LOCATION
Basingstoke
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£40,000 / year
CATEGORY
Manufacturing
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SKILLS

Calibration Supervision Calibration Procedures Measurement Uncertainty Laboratory Management Quality Assurance Metrological Traceability

FULL DESCRIPTION

LAB CALIBRATION SUPERVISOR

Location: Basingstoke, On-site

Job Type: Full-Time (37.5 hours per week)

£36k - £40k depending on experience

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Calibration Supervisor to join our team near Basingstoke.

This is a senior technical and supervisory role supporting the Calibration Manager and overseeing the day-to-day operation of the calibration lab.

The role focuses on ensuring valid calibration procedures, traceability and high technical standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Supervise the day-to-day operation of the accredited calibration lab
  • Support and deputise for the Calibration Manager when required
  • Ensure compliance
  • Ensure all lab processes, procedures and standards are followed
  • Oversee order workflow through the calibration lab to meet lead time targets
  • Review, validate and release calibration results and reports
  • Issue release for processors of accredited procedures
  • Ensure the validity and accuracy of issued calibration certificates
  • Maintain metrological traceability to national and international standards
  • Support the development of calibration procedures
  • Assist with extensions to scope and additional accreditations
  • Manage reference equipment recalibration and release back into service
  • Execute and document interim checks of reference standards
  • Ensure correct environmental conditions are monitored and maintained
  • Ensure standards and measuring equipment are functioning correctly and fit for purpose
  • Carry out occasional on-site calibration when required
  • Supervise, support and train calibration engineers and technicians
  • Promote a quality culture and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For:

  • Proven experience in calibration
  • Experience supervising or leading staff
  • Confident in reviewing, approving and releasing calibration results and certificates
  • Knowledge of calibration procedures, measurement uncertainty and traceability
  • Familiarity with PAS, METCAL and laboratory management systems
  • High attention to detail and strong commitment to quality
  • Ability to support, guide and develop technical colleagues

Benefits:

  • Free onsite parking
  • 37.5-hour working week
  • Pension scheme, life insurance and income protection (subject to successful probation)
  • 22 days holiday + 3 additional days at Christmas + bank holidays
  • Senior supervisory role within a well-established calibration organisation
  • Opportunity to influence laboratory performance, quality and continuous improvement

What we do

Join our dynamic and innovative team at [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] Services, a leading service compa-ny for quality assurance and experts in the areas of calibration and test equipment manage-ment. Part of the [Employer hidden] Services Group, we have more than 60 years of experience in measurement technology and we are dedicated to delivering first class services to our customers. We are now looking for a skilled Electrical Calibration Engineer to join our team.

Apply now if you are an experienced calibration professional with supervisory experience or looking to move into a supervisory laboratory role.

[Employer hidden] Services Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Your contact:

Paul Jordan

Managing Director

Apply now

[Employer hidden] Services Ltd

Stanley House , The Old Brick Kiln,

Monk Sherborne Rd,

Ramsdell RG26 5PR,

United Kingdom [contact hidden] I www.testotis.co.uk

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