We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Our brand promise – when you need to be sure – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability.

SGS’s C&P (Consumer and Products) services help businesses ensure product safety, quality, and compliance through testing, inspection, certification, and auditing—covering everything from manufacturing to distribution across various consumer goods sectors.

Job Title:  Senior Technologist

Hours:      Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm

Location:  Whetstone, Leicester

We’re looking for a proactive Testing Technician to support day‑to‑day testing activities at our Leicester site and client locations. This role ensures accurate, timely testing and reporting, contributing to high‑quality service for our customers. You’ll work across a range of hardlines and toy‑related standards while supporting calibration tasks and maintaining safety and quality processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out assigned testing activities in line with daily schedules and SOPs.
• Provide accurate daily reporting of testing status to support operational visibility.
• Maintain quality records, calibration documentation, and UKAS accreditation requirements.
• Support calibration work and ensure compliance with QHSE policies.
• Work flexibly across teams to manage workload during peak and low‑volume periods.

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

At SGS, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and commitment. As part of our team, you would be eligible for: 

• Performance related bonus (discretionary and subject to eligibility criteria)
• Private medical cover (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Competitive pension scheme + Life Assurance
• Generous Annual Leave allowance (increasing with service) plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Retailer Discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity and adoption pay
• Length of Service Awards
• Christmas Vouchers
• Health & Wellbeing initiatives
• Discounted Gym Membership

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

APPLY NOW for full consideration, if you are selected for an interview, or further consideration, we will be in touch with you directly.