Environmental Test Engineer

Description:

Environmental Test Technician
Location: Fareham
Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Employment Type: Full‑time, Permanent
Sector: Environmental Testing / Engineering / Laboratory

A leading engineering and testing organisation is seeking an Environmental Test Technician to join their specialist laboratory team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with laboratory experience who enjoys hands‑on technical work, problem‑solving, and working closely with customers across a wide range of industry sectors.

You will support the delivery of comprehensive environmental testing services, including temperature, humidity, pressure and ingress protection testing. The role involves conducting tests to defined standards, recording results, producing reports, and contributing to continuous improvement activities within the department.

This position suits someone who is methodical, organised, technically minded, and confident working both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct environmental tests (temperature, humidity, pressure, IP) to relevant standards and test plans
Work closely with customers during attended testing sessions
Record test results using electronic logbook systems and produce accurate test reports
Liaise with customers regarding test specifications, procedures and results interpretation
Coordinate with the Test Manager to ensure work is completed accurately and on schedule
Support the development and refinement of test plans and departmental documentation
Assist with continuous improvement activities to enhance testing efficiency and qualityEssential Requirements

Experience working in a laboratory environment
Strong numerical, logical and analytical skills
Good IT capability (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong communication skills and a customer‑focused approachHighly Desirable

Experience delivering climatic or environmental testing
Previous experience in a test house environment
Knowledge of laboratory quality procedures
Technical qualification in a STEM subjectBenefits

Competitive salary
33 days holiday (including public holidays)
Contributory pension scheme
Group life assurance
Employee wellbeing support (EAP, dental scheme, occupational health)
Salary exchange options (holiday buy/sell, cycle to work, pension)
Potential eligibility for hybrid working, company car/car allowance and private medical insurance (role‑dependent)

Should you require any support or assistance, please contact your local Gi Group office.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited are proud founding members of Menopause in business, corporate members for Neurodiversity in business, Disability Confident committed members, Gold status for the Armed Forces Covenant, Bronze trail blazers for Racial Equality matters and Age Friendly Employer pledge members.

Gi Group Holdings Recruitment Limited group of companies includes Gi Recruitment Limited, Draefern Limited, Gi Group Recruitment Ltd, INTOO (UK) Limited, Marks Sattin (UK) Limited, TACK TMI UK Limited, Grafton Professional Staffing Limited, Encore Personnel Services, Gi Group Ireland Limited and Kelly Services (UK) Ltd. Gi Group Ireland Limited are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this role.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Gi Group Privacy Statement. To view a copy and to help you understand how we collect, use and process your personal data please visit the Privacy page on our Gi Group website