Here at Saint-Gobain Interior Solutions, we are seeking a Scientist to join our innovative team in East Leake, working out of our Building Test Centre (BTC).
We perform fire tests on construction products. This isn't your stereotypical 'lab coat and test tube' laboratory - it can be messy, you'll be hands on, you will operate machinery, and you'll certainly get your daily steps in!
Every day brings new challenges and learning opportunities, and teamwork is a crucial part of this role. If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves and diving into practical tasks, this role is for you.. it just so happens that the position also plays a key part in making the world a safer place.
This role is based onsite 5 days a week.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Scientist in a UKAS accredited fire test laboratory where we conduct a range of testing services you will be at the forefront of ensuring safety in construction.
Testing & Analysis: Conduct and contribute to fire testing activities, and generating reports
Safety: having a good attitude to safety and in committing to keeping yourself and others safe.
Hands-On Work: Participate in test activities, including setup and cleanup, ensuring our facility remains top-notch. Our testing processes are practical and physical, we get a bit mucky and hands on using lifting equipment, a broom and shovel
Team Collaboration: Undertake various duties as required by your line manager or the management team, supporting our collective goals.What You'll Need to Succeed:
Safety Minded: A proactive approach to health and safety in the workplace.
Problem Solving: The ability to solve problems, and an inquisitive and persevering nature
Professional Competence: Ability to conduct testing services professionally and to high standards.
Education/Experience: An Engineering/Scientific degree is desirable but not essential, as is laboratory experience (industry or academic)Why You'll Love Working Here:
Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that's always pushing the boundaries of what's possible in construction.
Dynamic Role: No two days are the same, keeping your work exciting and engaging.
Career Growth: We support your professional development and offer opportunities to advance your career.
Collaborative Team: Work with diverse teams and build a network across different functions.Are Saint-Gobain an inclusive employer?
Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.
We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.
And what about flexibility?
The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen