Industrial Tester

Location

Redditch

About Us

Gardner Denver is a leading provider of mission-critical flow control and compression equipment and associated aftermarket parts, consumables, and services, which it sells across multiple attractive end-markets within the industrial, energy and medical industries. Its broad and complete range of compressor, vacuum and blower products and services, along with its application expertise and over 160 years of engineering heritage, allows Gardner Denver to provide differentiated product and service offerings for its customers' specific uses.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Industrial Tester to carry out functional and performance testing of large air compressors. This role ensures that all units meet safety, quality, and operational standards before dispatch.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical testing of industrial air compressors
• Interpret test specifications and procedures
• Record and analyse test data, identifying faults and non-conformities
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to resolve issues
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards
• Maintain accurate documentation and test records
• Support continuous improvement in testing processes
• Assist with final inspection and customer-specific test requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Experience in industrial equipment testing (preferably compressors or rotating machinery)
• Ability to read technical drawings and test documentation
• Strong understanding of safety procedures and standards

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

Fully site based at Redditch

Key Competencies

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail
• Problem-solving and fault diagnosis
• Team collaboration
• Commitment to safety and quality

What we Offer

• 25 Days Holiday + 8 Bank Holidays (Option to purchase 5 days after probation period)
• 7% Employer Pension Contribution
• Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan Cover
• Death in Service Benefit of 4 x salary
• Cycle scheme (After probation period)
• Electric Car Scheme (After 1 year employment)
• 10% of salary in shares after 1 year of employment
• Costco Gold Company member, allowing employees to join
• Employee Assistance Program
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies