Job Title: Microbiology Technologist Location: Barnard Castle - fully on site Reporting to: Team Manager - Microbiology Pay Rate: £16.92 per hour Contract Length: 12 months Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Microbiological Technologist to join our dynamic team. This role involves performing a wide range of biologically related activities with a strong emphasis on Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). You will be responsible for supporting routine monitoring programmes, developing methodologies, and contributing to investigations and major site projects. Key Responsibilities: Demonstrate multi-disciplinary expertise and specialism in at least one microbiological discipline. Work independently within your area of specialism, maintaining high standards of GLP. Develop and document new or modified techniques, including writing SOPs and methods. Train staff in technical procedures as directed by the Team Manager. Create and maintain documentation, protocols, and reports to meet departmental targets. Support departmental investigations and projects within your specialism. Represent the department on major site initiatives and liaise effectively with Production, QA, and other corporate teams. Prepare and publish reports, and analyse monitoring data as required. Contribute to audit readiness and regulatory inspections. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requireme...