United Utilities’ (UU) purpose is to deliver great water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society.
We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution.
Benefits
* A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service (increases one day per year), in addition to 8 bank holidays
* A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
* Up to 7.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
* A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
* MyGymDiscounts - gym and wellness benefit that offers up to 25% off on gym memberships and digital fitness subscriptions
* Best Doctors
* Salary Finance
* Wealth at Work courses
* Deals and discounts
* EVolve Car Scheme
* Employee Assistance Plan
* Mental health first aiders
* ShareBuy
* MORE Choices flexible benefits
* Enhanced parental leave schemes
Job Purpose
This vacancy is located within the Wastewater Inorganics laboratory team. You will be working within at team of 30 split between Technical Specialists/Scientists, Senior Scientists, Scientists and Laboratory Assistants.
The team is a high throughput analytical laboratory with utilising a number of techniques and methods of analysis such as BOD, COD, Nutrients, Suspended Solids, TOC, Alkalinity, pH to name a few. The role is responsible for undertaking direct production activities working with Wastewater, Trade Effluent and Sludge samples.
* Working within the Wastewater Inorganics Laboratory
* Operating within a team of 12 to 35 with no budget control or direct reports.
* Direct Production activities
* Attain competency under a continuing professional development process
* Improvements in working practices
* Undertake investigation of anomalous results under analytical quality control
* Support implementation of new equipment/improved techniques from own team.
* Support ongoing workloads and projects within Scientific Services
* Best practice integration and continuous improvement
* Initiate equipment maintenance and repair
* Essential communication, influencing and interpersonal skills within team
* Support intelligent supplier via understanding of analytical services
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
* Direct Production activities
* Attain competency under a continuing professional development process
* Improvements in working practices
* Undertake investigation of anomalous results under analytical quality control
* Support implementation of new equipment/improved techniques from own team.
* Support ongoing workloads and projects within Scientific Services
* Best practice integration and continuous improvement
* Initiate equipment maintenance and repair
* Essential communication, influencing and interpersonal skills within team
* IT and LIMS skills
* Understanding of Laboratory Health and Safety.
* Support intelligent supplier via understanding of analytical services
* Proficient analyst status in a variety of analytical techniques within the team covering a minimum of 3 methods
Technical Skills & Experience
* Scientifically adept with recent practical laboratory skills - across a variety of team methods
* Demonstration of Competent person status, including fully compliant CPD. – add a line about this being preferential
* Good understanding of ISO 17025, ISO 5667 and all other related regulatory requirements such as MCERTS
And
* NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline in line with entry to Membership of a relevant scientific professional body such as the Royal Society of Chemistry
This role is not eligible for the visa sponsorship
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications
* NVQ/QCF Level 3 or equivalent in a relevant scientific discipline in line with entry to Membership of a relevant scientific professional body such as the Royal Society of Chemistry