Microbiologist Technician – Sidcup Part-Time | 3 Days per Week (Tues – Thurs) | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Join a passionate, quality-driven team where your microbiology skills will play a crucial role in delivering safe, high-quality products to consumers. Based at our vibrant Sidcup site, you'll contribute to innovation, protect product integrity, and collaborate across teams—all within a fast-paced, industry-leading FMCG environment. What You'll Do: Be the Microbiologist Technician on-site, ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety. You'll: * Run microbiological testing on products, raw materials, and the environment to ensure compliance with internal and regulatory standards. * Partner with R&D and Production teams to support the safe launch of new, sensitive products. * Investigate and resolve microbiological deviations, using your expertise to drive root-cause analysis and corrective actions. * Improve site microbiological validation—covering hygiene, equipment, and CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems. * Monitor site-wide microbiological trends, proactively identifying and addressing potential contamination risks. * Keep the lab running at its best—managing equipment, inventories, and embracing new technologies to enhance efficiency. Why You’ll Love It Here: * Autonomy with Support – Own your workload and objectives with the backing of a supportive, collaborative team. * Real Impact – See your work make a tangible difference to product quality, consumer safety, and brand reputation. * Growth and Development. * Cross-Functional Collaboration. What You Bring to the Table: * Experience in Microbiology, Food Science, or a related field—or equivalent practical experience. * Previous experience in an FMCG, beverage, or food production lab (preferred but not essential). * Solid understanding of microbiological methods, food safety, and lab best practices. * A proactive, methodical mindset with excellent time management and communication skills. * Enthusiasm for collaboration, continuous improvement, and scientific curiosity. Key Behaviours We Value: * Strong teamwork and cross-functional engagement. * Passion for scientific excellence and quality. * Ownership, initiative, and a commitment to high standards. If you’re ready to bring your microbiological skills to a team that values your voice and your impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply and we will be in contact. M4 recruitment is an equal opportunities employer