Mid Green occupationHealth and science
Senior metrology technician
Managing teams that use, design and repair equipment for taking measurements.
Summary
Metrology is the science of measurement and includes all theoretical and practical aspects of measurement. Measurement underpins the UK economy and international trade. Each year in the UK over £600 billion worth of goods and utilities are sold based on the measurement of their quantity and quality. Metrology takes place across a wide range of industries as diverse as advanced manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, construction, energy, environment, pharma and healthcare and space and within all sizes of organisation. Important measurement activities can range from measuring galaxies to graphene, molecules, chemical pollutants, hip joints, aircraft, industrial emissions, etc. A competent Senior Metrology Technician will be able to manage resources and measurement activities and will implement processes and techniques that are sustainable, support good practice and comply with relevant standards and principles. They will develop and monitor measurement capability and capacity and will be responsible for the planning, quality, accuracy, timely delivery and evaluation of metrology activities within their area of responsibility. They will be able to apply a measurement strategy and understand its commercial impact. They will analyse, interpret and evaluate information and will be able to use this information to inform future measurement developments. They will participate in and provide advice on activities such as audits and risk assessments. They will also be able to build effective communication channels and relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders. Their knowledge of the industry, their own organisation and its customers will enable them to take the lead in finding strategic solutions to measurement problems and identifying areas for improvement. The successful apprentice will become a valuable measurement specialist, within their organisation, significantly contributing to the future of the Metrology industry and the UK economy.
Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)
K1:
How to apply a measurement strategy, processes and techniques, including, variation, uncertainty and traceability within the organisation
K2:
How metrology is evolving, including new and specialist technological and scientific developments and how these will impact on the future industry
K3:
Project management principles and systems; quality management and assurance systems; business improvement and innovation systems; processes and techniques and the how these relate to the business environment in which the organisation operates
K4:
Commercial and contractual obligations including forecasts, budgets, cost and performance monitoring techniques.
K5:
The appropriate mathematical, scientific and systems analysis techniques and analytical methods to support measurement processes, systems and software.
K6:
How to apply health, safety and environmental legislation, regulation, industry and organisational policies, procedures and requirements within the organisation
K7:
How to apply national and international regulations and standards, industry and organisational procedures and requirements relating to codes of conduct within the organisation
Technical Educational Products
- ST0283: Senior metrology technician (Level 5) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0283
- Status:
Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £32,266 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 3119 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 3119/99 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- 3111/99 Laboratory technicians n.e.c.
- 3115/00 Quality assurance technicians
- 5224/02 Camera and photographic equipment technicians
S1:
Develop and monitor measurement capability and capacity within own area of responsibility to support strategic planning.
S2:
Investigate and suggest changes to process control activities to ensure compliance with contractual, organisational and industry procedures and requirements
S3:
Participate in risk assessments, assess outcomes and make suitable recommendations for change to processes and procedures, as appropriate.
S4:
Plan and manage resources to meet the needs and objectives of the organisation and its customers
S5:
Plan, manage, monitor and evaluate measurement activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development, continuous improvement and supports good practice.
S6:
Diagnose and solve complex problems in relation to measurement activities and take corrective and preventative action as appropriate
S7:
Participate in and provide advice on internal and external audits ensuring verification, validation, quality assurance, quality control, compliance and identify process improvement opportunities, where applicable.
S8:
Develop communication channels and build effective relationships, by engaging colleagues, customers and stakeholders and presenting information in a clear and concise way, to meet organisational requirements.
S9:
Produce and confirm records, reports and other measurement documentation, as required.
S10:
Verify, analyse, evaluate, validate and store measurement information, results and data in line with organisational procedures and specifications to support measurement and continuous improvement activities.
S11:
Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental legislation, regulation, industry and organisational policies and procedures and requirements relating to safe working practices
S12:
Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, national and international standards, industry and organisational procedures and requirements relating to codes of conduct when managing measurement activities
Technical Educational Products
- ST0283: Senior metrology technician (Level 5) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0283
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £32,266 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 3119 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 3119/99 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- 3111/99 Laboratory technicians n.e.c.
- 3115/00 Quality assurance technicians
- 5224/02 Camera and photographic equipment technicians
B1:
Is positive, innovative and proactive, suggesting and embracing change in order to improve quality and performance
B2:
Demonstrates drive and resilience, has a strong focus on quality, delivery, completion and customer satisfaction, constantly seeking to maximise and improve own and others performance.
B3:
Is inquisitive and conscientious, seeking feedback from customers and stakeholders, considering its impact on own area of responsibility, the organisation and the industry
B4:
Acts as a role model and coach, manages resources consistently, promoting organisational effectiveness and efficiency
B5:
Makes decisions using personal initiative, analysis and technical knowledge and can make sense of complex situations, with a high level of attention to detail.
B6:
Is reliable and takes responsibility for any direct reports, and own actions and decisions
B7:
Is confident and has the ability to represent, and champion own, organisational and industry views, needs and objectives. Can challenge the status quo, as required/
B8:
Is Committed to continuous professional development, keeps up to date with advances in measurement science and expands own Metrology skills and knowledge through a variety of methods
Technical Educational Products
- ST0283: Senior metrology technician (Level 5) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0283
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £32,266 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 3119 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 3119/99 Science, engineering and production technicians n.e.c.
- 3111/99 Laboratory technicians n.e.c.
- 3115/00 Quality assurance technicians
- 5224/02 Camera and photographic equipment technicians
