Summary
Do you have a sound knowledge of microbiological analysis? Can you plan and prioritise effectively? If so, don’t miss this exciting opportunity… You’ll take up this crucial role to perform and guide microbiological analysis to help provide reliably safe, clean, wholesome water to our customers. Our microbiology team seeks to detect faecal indicator bacterial species and protozoa in our water supply. The laboratory receives samples daily throughout the year, so you’re focused, adaptable, and maintain a high standard of quality. In this role, you’ll analyse and interpret data, update systems, and maintain equipment. You’ll take every step to ensure that analysis is performed accurately in line with our required standards and expected timeframes.
You’ll be required to work as part of a shift pattern covering the hours of 8am - 8pm, working 37 hours per week Monday - Friday.
Responsibilities
* Ensure that instrumentation is operated and analysis performed in line with the Laboratory Management system.
* Assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment.
* Analyse and interpret data and complete all laboratory paperwork.
* Document information by maintaining daily logs and equipment.
* Ensure data is accurately entered into the Laboratory Information Management System within set timeframes.
* Ensure that sample stability and turnaround for the given analysis is met.
* Assist to prepare standards, reagents and Quality Control Samples in accordance with company internal procedures.
* Work towards being a competent person according to Regulation 16(2)(d)(i) of the Water Supply (Water Quality) Regulations 216 (as amended) and actively pursue Continued Professional Development.
Qualifications
* Relevant academic qualification or scientific subject at NVQ level 3 equivalent or above.
* Willing to work towards full membership of a professional body.
* Excellent numeracy, literacy, computer literacy and laboratory skills to engage in robust analytical laboratory practice.
* Previous knowledge and/or experience of good laboratory practice is a bonus.
* Flexible and prepared to perform duties and other tasks within capabilities.
Benefits
* Stakeholder pension scheme up to 10% employer contribution.
* 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays per annum, increasing to 6 weeks with length of service.
* Flexible annual leave policy to buy or sell holiday leave.
* Paid volunteering days.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Health cash plan.
* Life assurance.
* Wellbeing related benefits.
* Annual salary of £27,002.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We recognise creativity comes from diversity, not similarity. Through our recruitment, employment and career progression we are dedicated to equal opportunities and fair treatment for all.
Additional Information
Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship for this role.
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