Job Title: Trainee Laboratory Analyst
Location: Blantyre
Salary: £23,809.50 (Increasing once qualified)
Hours: 37.5 Monday to Friday (1 in 4 weekends during busy periods)
Environmental Essentials are a well-established asbestos company with 7 offices across the UK and an excellent reputation for delivering a first class, quality focused service to a number of very high-profile clients. Due to expansion, continued growth and recent major contract wins, we are looking for Trainee Laboratory Analyst to join the team.
At Environmental Essentials, we believe in the power of collaboration. We don’t just talk about being a team—we ARE one!
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an expanding company showing continued year-on-year growth.
The Job Role
* Commit to an 8–12 week training programme working towards your P401
* Attend the 3-day P401 training course and sit the P401 exam
* Shadowing, and learning on the job in our Lab from our experienced qualified Laboratory Analysts, striving to become qualified and competent in the below:
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* To competently undertake the analysis of bulk material samples for asbestos content as per accredited company procedures
* To work with and assist colleagues in terms of prioritizing workload and managing sample KPI’s with the Laboratory
* To accurately record test observations and data in relation to the sample analysis to enable the accurate production of factual test reports in hardcopy or electronic format
* To ensure that quality control and assurance schemes are completed as required as part of the maintenance of authorisation status and UKAS accreditation
* To ensure that internal customer queries and requirements are dealt with in an efficient and professional manner
* To ensure that equipment is properly used and any defects are reported immediately,
* Undertake additional delegated responsibilities as authorised by management
About You
* Strong work ethic, and passionate about learning.
* Be able to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Extremely good attention detail
Benefits
* Annual Leave – 23 days + 8 Bank holidays
* Sick Pay
* Life Assurance
* Health Cash Plan
* Refer a Friend Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Pension Scheme
At Environmental Essentials, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where equality is at the core of everything we do. Our hiring process is driven by qualifications, skills, and the potential to succeed in the role—ensuring equal opportunities for all.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Click 'Apply' and start your journey with us. Join a forward-thinking team committed to ensuring People, Places and Spaces are Safe TOGETHER