Job Description
An opportunity has arisen within Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability for a Technician to join our Scientific Services team on a permanent basis.
NRS brings together a diverse range of Glasgow City Council operational, technical, and development services focusing on sustainable transport, placemaking, and delivering essential city services.
If you're interested in working within a service that impacts all aspects of the city, please read on.
Position Details
You will analyze a wide variety of samples within testing laboratories. An understanding of analytical chemistry fundamentals and experience working in a chemistry/microbiology laboratory are essential.
You should be familiar with good laboratory practices and have experience with routine analysis. Preferably, you will be familiar with LIM systems and laboratory quality systems.
A flexible approach to work, good communication skills, IT skills, and a good standard of manual dexterity are required. The ability to work independently, establish good relationships with team members, and respond effectively to delegated responsibilities with minimal supervision is essential.
A minimum of a City & Guilds/ONC/SCOTVEC or equivalent qualification is required, along with a current driving license for travel to various locations across Scotland.
Desirable: P401 - Identification of Asbestos in Bulk Materials.
The successful candidate is expected to expand their knowledge and demonstrate an aptitude for acquiring new skills.
Further details are available in the Role Profile and Person Specification documents.
Contract Details
Weekly Hours: 35 hours
Work Pattern: Monday - Friday
Annual Salary: £26,584.54 - £28,609.93 (incremental scale)
Benefits of Working With Us
Glasgow City Council offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
* 26 days paid annual leave, increasing to 29 days after 5 years
* 5 paid public holidays annually
* Local government pension scheme
* Life and Personal Accident Insurance
* Occupational Sickness Pay
* Staff Benefit Scheme
* Glasgow Credit Union
For more information and to view other benefits, visit: https://www.glasgow.gov.uk/vacancies
Application Packs
Alternative application packs can be requested in formats such as Braille, Audio, or other languages by calling 0141 287 1054. Packs will be mailed within 3 working days. Please note the application deadline when requesting packs.
Further Information
Note: Glasgow City Council is currently updating its pay and grading structure, which may affect salary figures. For more details, visit: GCC Job Evaluation.
For additional information about working for us, please visit our website and HR policies.
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