The Heart of the South West Trading Standards Service operates across Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay and is one of the largest Trading Standards Services in the country. We help support businesses to be competitive and legal, and make sure that consumers are protected from unfair, unsafe and illegal trading practices.
The role
A job with a difference - an opportunity to work in our United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) accredited calibration laboratories, split between our locations in Exeter, Devon and Wellington, Somerset.
We calibrate a range of measurement equipment, including our own which Trading Standards staff use for inspections, as well as equipment for a wide range of clients in private industry such as Pharmaceuticals, Food Manufacture and Aerospace.
Following full training and support, you will carry out a range of laboratory administration work, for example, preparing quotes and scheduling work, preparing calibration certificates, and maintaining our records and systems.
You will also be able to accurately test a range of equipment, from high accuracy weights and scales to capacity measures used for testing petrol pumps.
You may also support Trading Standards Officers when they are carrying out inspections at petrol stations, factories, and similar sites. Additionally, you will carry out general duties of a Technical Officer when time permits.
About you
You are organised, self-motivated, and able to work well both independently and with others in the laboratories, whilst supporting the wider service team. As we work in a highly regulated sector, you’ll need to quickly and diligently get up to speed with established procedures and processes. You will also be comfortable working with numbers and able to routinely lift and handle 10kg weights.
Although the role is primarily based in our laboratories in Exeter and Wellington, we can consider some limited elements of flexible/hybrid working, whilst meeting the needs of the laboratory. You will need to be able to travel between our sites as needed.
If you have any queries or would like to visit one of our laboratories prior to applying, please call Ben Newell or Victor Wardle on 01392 383000.
Internal Applicants, please note: If you are an existing DCC employee, please use your iTrent Employee Self Service (ESS) details to log in and apply.
* DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive and safe environment. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality, and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
* Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work (e.g., hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours, etc.).
* We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
* This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
Interview Date: Week beginning 24th March 2025
* Occupational Group: Administrative, Secretarial & Office Support Legal/Trading Standards
* Salary Details:
£29,572 - £32,654 per annum
* Job Term: Permanent
* Appointment Type: Full Time, Part Time, Job Share
* Hours:
37 hours per week (will consider part time / job share applicants)
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