Lab Technician

Company: DNV
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Location: Ferryhill
Job Description:

About Us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence. As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the Role

Do you want to make a real impact on the global energy transition while working with leading companies in a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment? Are you practical, keen to develop new skills, and enjoy working outdoors? If so, this could be the perfect role for you.

As a Lab Technician, you’ll work alongside our team of consultants, engineers and technicians to deliver dimensional, pressure and temperature calibrations for a wide client base. This is a varied, hands‑on role where you’ll also support the wider delivery team who conduct full‑scale asset testing, pipeline repair and intervention projects.

What You’ll Do

  • Conduct dimensional, pressure and temperature calibrations within a UKAS accredited laboratory
  • Record and validate calibration data with a high level of accuracy
  • Produce calibration certificates and technical reports
  • Maintain asset registers and maintenance records
  • Support a wider delivery team in flow testing, flow calibration and other operational activities
  • Participate in safety meetings and ensure compliance with operational procedures
  • Communicate effectively with technical colleagues, clients and stakeholders
  • Co‑ordinate the collection, receipt and return of client assets

Benefits

  • Be part of a global leader in flow testing and flow calibration
  • Work in a unique environment alongside industry‑leading experts
  • Receive extensive training, educational and development opportunities to grow your skills
  • Enjoy a supportive team culture where safety and innovation come first

We value all our people and the contributions they make to our business, so it’s important that our rewards make us all feel valued here. That’s why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package, allowing you to choose the things that matter most to you, including:

  • Non‑contractual Profit Share Scheme
  • Lifestyle benefits: 26 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity for up to 10 days unpaid leave, sabbatical leave, flexible working options
  • Wellbeing benefits: Private Medical, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments, Gym allowance. Company contribution towards eye tests and glasses (for computer/laptop users), and Flu Vaccinations. Also, our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) provides free and confidential support for issues including work, family, relationships, money and health, and we provide free fruit in our offices
  • Financial Benefits: Pension Scheme with employer pension contributions up to 9%, Life Assurance and Income Protection
  • Reimbursement of relevant Professional Membership Fees (up to £570)
  • Access to employee retail discount site for high street and online shopping

Equal Employment Opportunity

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

What you’ll bring

  • Practical experience within an engineering, laboratory or technical environment
  • A technical understanding of measured results, calibration principles and measurement uncertainties
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
  • Strong communication skills, with experience of report writing and data analysis
  • Excellent organisational skills with the initiative to prioritise tasks and deliver outstanding results
  • A flexible, positive attitude and commitment to working safely
  • The ability to adapt to changing priorities in a busy environment
  • NVQ Level 3 in Engineering would be beneficial but is not essential

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Posted: April 10th, 2026